Networking & Protocols
What is GraphQL? Is it a replacement for the REST API
GraphQL addresses the problem of over-fetching and under-fetching data common in REST APIs by allowing clients to specify exactly what data they need. It introduces complexities related to query optimization and security that must be carefully managed.
Query LanguageSchema Definition Language (SDL)ResolversN+1 ProblemQuery Complexity AnalysisData FetchingType SystemHTTP
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