Hi!
Sure, just install mysql for Windows or Linux, trying to set up the same priviliges as on the actual server for all development dbs, and then use phpMyAdmin or some graphical products like the excellent (though a little UI-buggy) MySQL Front or MySQL GUI. You can even use Microsoft Access 97 - this is something I use and it works perfectly - Access is just great for fast database development. Then I can send you a VB script that you can install as a Module into the database, and then generate a dump file for regenerating the database on the server. I use this technique for updating the server on a regular basis, while editing all the information without having to connect to the internet, in Access.
For editing the live database on the server from Access, you can install MyODBC.
There're plenty of ways to do it.
Good luck,
Best,
Stas
