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graphql-schema
Reference guide for designing clean, evolvable GraphQL schemas
Developer Setup
Setup & Installation
bash
npx skills add https://github.com/apollographql/skills --skill graphql-schemanpx skills add https://github.com/apollographql/skills --skill graphql-schemaOr paste this URL into your assistant to install:
Overview
What This Skill Does
Reference guide for designing clean, evolvable GraphQL schemas
Application
When to use this Skill
- Integrating graphql schema into your development workflow.
- Following best practices for reference guide for designing clean, evolvable graphql schemas.
- Automating repetitive tasks with AI-assisted tooling.
- Building production-grade applications with proper standards.
- Debugging and troubleshooting common implementation issues.
Documentation
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GraphQL Schema Design Guide
This guide covers best practices for designing GraphQL schemas that are intuitive, performant, and maintainable. Schema design is primarily a server-side concern that directly impacts API usability.
Schema Design Principles
1. Design for Client Needs
- Think about what queries clients will write
- Organize types around use cases, not database tables
- Expose capabilities, not implementation details
2. Be Explicit
- Use clear, descriptive names
- Make nullability intentional
- Document with descriptions
3. Design for Evolution
- Plan for backwards compatibility
- Use deprecation before removal
- Avoid breaking changes
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