Typically I use E_ALL to see anything that PHP might say about my code to try and improve it.
E_ALL
I just noticed a error constant E_STRICT, but
E_STRICT
Use the following in php.ini:
error_reporting = E_ALL | E_STRICT
Also you should install Xdebug, it can highlight your errors in blinding bright colors and print useful detailed information.
Never let any error or notice in your code, even if it's harmless.