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GraphQL Patterns

GraphQL API patterns covering schema design, resolvers, DataLoader, Apollo Server/Client, mutations, subscriptions, and performance optimization.

Difficulty
intermediate
Read time
1 min read
Version
v1.0.0
Confidence
established
Last updated

Quick Reference

GraphQL: Schema is contract - design around client needs. Use DataLoader for N+1. Resolvers should be thin - delegate to services. Modularize schema by domain. Use input types for mutations. Deprecate fields, don't remove. Apollo Client for caching. Subscriptions for real-time.

Use When

  • Building GraphQL APIs
  • Complex data requirements
  • Multiple client types
  • Real-time subscriptions needed

Skip When

  • Simple CRUD APIs
  • File upload heavy apps
  • Very simple data models

GraphQL Patterns

GraphQL API patterns covering schema design, resolvers, DataLoader, Apollo Server/Client, mutations, subscriptions, and performance optimization.

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graphql api apollo schema resolvers

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