RWhat if GraphQL? What is REST API
GraphQL is a query language that is a flexible and a powerful way of working with APIs. REST API is an architectural style for designing web services. APIs are a set of rules that allow software programs to talk with each other, and they are a pivotal piece of software technology today, especially for headless and hybrid CMS platforms.
REST API and GraphQL can be used together to maximize the benefits of each. By leveraging the strengths of both approaches, developers can create faster and more robust applications.
REST API and GraphQL can be used together to maximize the benefits of each. By leveraging the strengths of both approaches, developers can create faster and more robust applications.
In this guide, you'll learn:
- What is GraphQL?
- How does GraphQL querying work?
- What is REST (and is it old news)?
- GraphQL vs REST
- Why marketers should care about GraphQL
- GraphQL in action: How Netflix used GraphQL for its marketing tech team
- Using GraphQL with Core dna
Key Takeaways:
- GraphQL offers faster performance, longer API call limit threshold, less time weeding through data.
- REST API can be used instead of GraphQL for smaller applications, analyzing errors faster, handling complex queries.
- To build omnichannel, personalized experiences, GraphQL is the best option.
- Core dna has a native GraphQL meaning that there is no intermediary GraphQL layer querying REST APIs in the background.
