Don't ride a donkey when you can drive a brand-new sports car

Muneeb Hussain - Jul 26 - - Dev Community

So you're still stuck using REST APIs? That's like persisting on riding a donkey when there's a brand new sports car parked just there. Allow me to introduce you to GraphQL, the sports car of API development.

This is the ideal moment to dive into GraphQL if you haven't done so before. It resembles possessing a magic wand that grants you network type safety. Imagine a scenario in which the client retrieves exactly the data it requires—neither more nor less. This is GraphQL, not just wishful thinking.

And here's the best part: it's self-documenting and testable. Yes, you heard that correctly. GraphQL Playground and GraphiQL allow you to explore your API, write queries, and receive instant results. Consider it a built-in playground where you can test your ideas without breaking anything. Fun, isn't it?

But wait! There's more. Performance is another area where GraphQL shines. By using dataloaders, you can quickly and effectively query relational data in a single query while avoiding overfetching. It's like ordering just the right quantity of food—enough to satisfy your hunger without leaving you bloated. Furthermore, tools such as GraphQL codegen allow you to develop SDKs automatically. Less boilerplate equals greater coding happiness.

Let's discuss stability and community. GraphQL has a strong ecosystems and numerous communities, such as "The Guild," that support you. No more feeling lost in the wilderness; you have a tribe to help you.

And don't worry about language limitations; GraphQL is language-agnostic. Whether you prefer JavaScript, Python, or Go, GraphQL embraces everyone.

And for those of you building API Gateways, GraphQL is the perfect choice. It allows you to get data from multiple sources in just a single query. Imagine ordering a pizza, a burger, and biryani and receiving everything in one go – that’s the kind of convenience we’re talking about.

The real-time features, oh, did I mention them? Your apps come to life with real-time updates thanks to subscriptions and live queries.

Thus, using GraphQL, you can embrace the future rather than clinging to the legacy. Now is the moment to change and discover the magic for yourself. Your sanity and APIs will appreciate it, I promise.

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