Surfpool – Local Solana program simulation with Mainnet accounts

Summary: Surfpool is a drop-in replacement for solana-test-validator that enables local simulation of Solana programs using Mainnet accounts and supports deployment via Infrastructure as Code.

What it does

It simulates Solana programs locally with Mainnet accounts and allows deployment through Infrastructure as Code.

Who it's for

Developers beginning their Solana development journey and testing programs locally.

Why it matters

It provides a realistic local testing environment that mirrors Mainnet conditions for Solana programs.