How can testing SQL queries in PHPMyAdmin or via console help in identifying syntax errors?

Testing SQL queries in PHPMyAdmin or via console can help in identifying syntax errors by allowing you to see immediate feedback on the query execution. If there are any syntax errors, the console or PHPMyAdmin will display error messages that point to the exact line or section of the query that needs to be corrected. This immediate feedback can help you quickly identify and fix any syntax errors in your SQL queries.

<?php
// Example SQL query with syntax error
$sql = "SELECT * FROM users WHERE username = 'john'"

// Execute the query in PHPMyAdmin or console to identify syntax errors
// Once the error is identified, correct the syntax error in the query