How can the var_dump function be used to identify the source of errors in PHP code, specifically related to undefined offsets?

When encountering errors related to undefined offsets in PHP code, the var_dump function can be used to identify the source of the issue by displaying the contents and structure of a variable. By using var_dump, you can inspect the variable in question and see its keys and values, helping you pinpoint where the undefined offset error is occurring. 

// Example code snippet demonstrating the use of var_dump to identify undefined offsets

$data = array('apple', 'banana', 'orange');

// Accessing an undefined offset
var_dump($data[3]); // This will trigger an undefined offset error

// Using var_dump to inspect the variable and identify the issue
var_dump($data);

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var_dump PHP undefined offsets error identification debugging

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