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LinkedIn Learning

Learning GraphQL

via LinkedIn Learning

Overview

Learn how to get started with GraphQL, the popular query language designed to make data fetching and updating easier.

Syllabus

Introduction
  • An introduction to GraphQL
  • What you should know before watching this course
1. What Is GraphQL?
  • Understanding GraphQL
  • How GraphQL differs from REST
  • Using GraphQL Playground
2. GraphQL Queries
  • Using enum types and arguments
  • Adding variables
  • Querying connected types
  • Creating operation names
3. Mutations and Subscriptions
  • Changing data with mutations
  • Creating GraphQL fragments
  • Working with subscriptions
  • Challenge: Sending pet library queries
  • Solution: Pet library query construction
4. Creating a GraphQL Server Schema
  • Introducing the GraphQL schema definition language
  • Setting up a GraphQL server with Apollo Server
  • Creating a custom object
  • Adding an enumeration type
5. Schema Enhancements
  • Working with mutations
  • Sending input types to mutations
  • Building a custom scalar
  • Returning a custom object
  • Customizing schema mocks with Apollo Server
  • Creating subscriptions
  • Writing schema documentation
Conclusion
  • Next steps

Taught by

Eve Porcello

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