GraphQL Best Practices: Gain hands-on experience with schema design, security, and error handling

Get to grips with best practices, advanced techniques, and practical examples in TypeScript for building a scalable and secure backend with seamless frontend integration

Key Features
Gain detailed guidance for crafting effective GraphQL schemas
Explore insights into securing and optimizing GraphQL applications
Learn through step-by-step examples, using TypeScript for practical learning
Purchase of the print or Kindle book includes a free PDF eBook
Book Description
In the ever-evolving landscape of web development, GraphQL has emerged as a powerful query language that addresses the limitations of traditional REST APIs. This guide delves deep into GraphQL, starting with its foundational principles and swiftly advancing to complex topics that will equip you with the skills you need to understand this technology.

As you progress, you’ll cover advanced concepts such as schema design, security enhancements, and error handling. You'll also explore essential topics such as federation and the transition from REST to GraphQL, gaining a comprehensive understanding of these critical areas. The book helps you learn through practical examples in TypeScript, guiding you through building scalable and secure GraphQL backends. Additionally, you’ll get up to speed with the intricacies of frontend integration.

By the end of this book, you’ll have the skills you need to implement real-world GraphQL solutions, creating efficient and robust applications that meet modern web development demands.

What you will learn
Understand the core principles of GraphQL
Integrate GraphQL with frontend technologies such as Node.js and Next.js
Optimize GraphQL queries for better performance
Deploy and maintain GraphQL applications with confidence
Explore schema design, security, and error handling
Scale GraphQL with modular schemas
Who this book is for
This book is for developers interested in advancing their knowledge of GraphQL, from beginners curious about the basics to experienced developers looking to refine their schema design and security strategies. It's particularly ideal for backend developers, full-stack professionals, and frontend developers who wish to understand GraphQL from the ground up and apply advanced techniques in real-world scenarios. Additionally, this book is a must-read for anyone looking to make their applications more efficient and robust using GraphQL.

Table of Contents
Unveiling the Holy Grail of Communication – GraphQL
Applying an AI-Friendly Approach to GraphQL
Crafting Effective GraphQL Schemas
Building Pipes
Transitioning from REST to GraphQL
Defining GraphQL Transformers
Understanding GraphQL Federation
Executing Schema-First Systems
Working on the Frontend with GraphQL
Keeping Data Secure
Describing Errors in GraphQL
Documenting your Schema
Tackling Schemas with Visualization
From an Idea to a Working Project – Backend Development with GraphQL and TypeScript
From an Idea to a Working Project – Frontend Integration with GraphQL and TypeScript