How to define enums for key values in graphql?

@lindsey.homenick 

In GraphQL, enums (short for enumerations) are a way to define a specific set of values that a field can have. To define enums for key values in GraphQL, you can follow these steps:

1. Define the Enum type in your GraphQL schema:

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enum Status {
  ACTIVE
  INACTIVE
}

1. Use the Enum type as a field type in your GraphQL schema:

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type User {
  id: ID!
  name: String!
  status: Status!
}

1. Use the Enum values when querying data:

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query {
  user(id: "123") {
    id
    name
    status
  }
}

1. When defining a mutation, use the Enum type for input:

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input CreateUserInput {
  name: String!
  status: Status!
}

type Mutation {
  createUser(input: CreateUserInput!): User!
}

1. Use the Enum values when creating or updating data:

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mutation {
  createUser(input: { name: "Alice", status: ACTIVE }) {
    id
    name
    status
  }
}

By defining enums for key values in GraphQL, you can ensure that only certain predefined values are allowed for specific fields, making your API more predictable and robust.