DOP 306: Understanding GraphQL's Role in Modern APIs
DevOps Paradox
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Navigating API Design: GraphQL vs REST vs gRPC
This chapter explores the contrasting uses of GraphQL, gRPC, and REST in API design, particularly focusing on their effectiveness in human versus machine communication. It highlights the complexities of aligning schemas with user needs and emphasizes the importance of simplicity and understanding fundamentals in API development. The discussion also critiques traditional REST implementations while praising GraphQL's advantages in error handling and standardization.
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