How to get data correctly from graphql?

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by jerad , in category: Javascript , 4 months ago

How to get data correctly from graphql?

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by haylee.mertz , 4 months ago

@jerad 

To get data correctly from GraphQL, you can follow these steps:

  1. Understand the GraphQL schema: Start by understanding the GraphQL schema of the API you are working with. This will define the types of data available and the structure of the queries you can make.
  2. Construct a GraphQL query: Use a GraphQL client or tool to construct a query that specifies the data you want to retrieve. The query should follow the structure defined in the schema.
  3. Send the query to the GraphQL endpoint: Make a POST request to the GraphQL endpoint with the query as the request body. This will fetch the data from the server based on the query you provided.
  4. Parse the response: Once you receive the response from the server, parse the data to extract the information you need. The response will be in JSON format, so you can easily access the data fields.
  5. Handle errors: GraphQL responses can include error messages if there was a problem with the request. Be sure to handle these errors appropriately in your code.


By following these steps, you can effectively retrieve data from a GraphQL API and handle it in your application.