How can syntax errors like "unexpected T_VARIABLE" be prevented in PHP scripts?

Syntax errors like "unexpected T_VARIABLE" in PHP scripts can be prevented by carefully checking for missing or misplaced punctuation marks, such as missing semicolons or parentheses. Additionally, using an integrated development environment (IDE) that provides syntax highlighting and error checking can help catch these issues before running the script. 

// Example of preventing "unexpected T_VARIABLE" error
$name = "John"; // Correctly assigned a value to the variable

echo "Hello, $name"; // Output: Hello, John

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