GraphQL
Quick Definition
Query language for APIs requesting exactly needed data
Full Definition
A query language for APIs allowing clients to request exactly the data they need.
Examples
queries, mutations, subscriptions, schema definition
Related Terms
rest-api
api
apollo
More Backend Terms
Backend Development
Building server-side logic, databases, and APIs
Message Queue
System for asynchronous service communication via messages
Caching
Storing frequently accessed data for improved performance
Repository Pattern
Design pattern abstracting data access behind an interface
Rate Limiting
Controlling request frequency within a time period
Apache Kafka
Distributed event streaming platform for high-throughput data