How can developers ensure that their PHP code is compatible with the platform it will be deployed on?

Developers can ensure that their PHP code is compatible with the platform it will be deployed on by checking the PHP version requirements, server configurations, and any specific extensions or libraries needed for the code to run smoothly. They can also use tools like PHP Compatibility Checker to identify any potential issues before deployment.

// Example code snippet to check PHP version compatibility
if (version_compare(PHP_VERSION, '7.0.0', '<')) {
    die('PHP version 7.0 or higher is required');
}