Frequently Asked Questions

Aggregation functions can be used to compile information across your dataset. Learn how aggregation works in GraphQL.

When working with fields in your GraphQL schema, you might have to migrate existing data. More complex scenarios can be handled by a script.

We're embracing open source and widely used technologies such as GraphQL and AWS Lambda and are dedicated to provide a good migration strategy.

All the capabilities of the Simple API collected in a compact cheatsheet.

Connecting to a GraphQL server can be done in two simple steps with GraphQL clients like Apollo, Relay or Lokka.

A GraphQL Schema Definition is the easiest way to describe an entire GraphQL API. Using the relation tag, you can define GraphQL relations.

In many applications, working with locations is of particular interest. Learn about best practices for the location type in GraphQL.

In GraphQL you can run multiple queries or mutations in one request using GraphQL aliases.

GraphQL servers expose a type safe GraphQL schema. You can download it in IDL or JSON syntax and use it with Relay Modern or other tools.

The GraphQL Playground GraphiQL is a super handy tool. Use these simple tricks for a great developer experience when working with GraphQL.

GraphQL variables extend queries and mutations to be more flexible and can be used for simple scalar values, enums or input object types.

Mutations can be used to execute different data changes. The mutation payload in GraphQL is the data that is returned as a result of the mutation.

The advanced permission system can be used to control user authentication for different types of applications.

Using node and Lokka you can quickly delete all nodes of a specific type with a small script.

Using node and Lokka you can easily create Json data. By using GraphQL variables and JSON stringify, we do not need to escape the data.

Using node and request you can upload remote files as form data.

GraphQL fragments allow you to construct groups of fields that can be included in queries where you need them.

GraphQL directives encode additional functionalities. Using the skip and include directives you can control the shape of queries and mutations.

Functions can hook into GraphQL events to implement custom business logic. Learn how authentication works with GraphQL in a serverless context.

Cursor-based pagination is a common pattern in GraphQL to display content in equally sized pages that allow forward and backward navigation.

Keep track of the latest features and improvements to the Graphcool platform.

Learn what relations are and how you can make the correct choice when designing relations as part of your GraphQL schema and data model.

Learn more about the technology and infrastructure used at Graphcool.

The GraphQL specification defines the interaction of optional or required fields in the query response with things like insufficient permissions.

Learn how to send a GraphQL query to fetch signed in users that are registered with an authentication provider like Auth0 or Digits.

A GraphQL Schema Definition is the easiest way to describe an entire GraphQL API. You can use them to create a new Graphcool project.

GraphQL servers expose a type safe GraphQL schema. You can query information about the schema using GraphQL introspection queries.

Relations describe the interaction between two types. To store additional information for connected nodes, you can introduce a meta type.