When to Use GraphQL - A Thorough Analysis of GraphQL Use Cases, Advantages and Disadvantages

Abstract

The thesis describes GraphQL as one of the technologies used in the implementation of APIs. GraphQL is brie y described and its most common use cases are pointed out. A comparison between GraphQL and traditional solutions to implement those use cases is made. Advantages and drawbacks of using either technology for each of the use cases are highlighted. Additionally, an experiment was carried out to further compare REST, GraphQL and federated GraphQL in performance. Finally, an answer is given, whether GraphQL is an appropriate technology in implementation of solutions to the identi ed use cases.