Do Ning Content Store Queries Have to Be Tested Live?

[Mike Fowler]

Alright, I'm starting to get my feet wet in developing php for Ning. I know enough to know that I have to use the Ning Content Store for database work instead of MySQL. What I'm trying to figure out is if this means I have to test all of my php live on one of my Ning networks, or if there's a way to test things involving XNS without tying a bunch of unnecessary 'hello world' style test data to Ning's database, as well as without having scripts live before they're complete.

Assistance much appreciated.