Algorand Introduces 'Simulate' for Transaction Testing

Algorand's go-algorand 3.15 release adds a 'simulate' endpoint for transactions, allowing evaluation without altering blockchain state.

Simulate offers benefits such as free contract state read access, efficient testing, streamlined debugging, and potential network fee avoidance for app method calls.

The tool proves more effective than its predecessor, 'dryrun', due to being built alongside real ledger evaluation logic and handling transaction groups.

Simulate will likely evolve with additional features like execution trace reports, opcode budget usage, and improved efficiency for developers.

Key ecosystem API providers, such as Algonode and Purestake, are expected to implement the simulate endpoint shortly after its release.