foundation VS Strapi

GraphQL is a query language and runtime for APIs. It provides a flexible and efficient way for clients to request and retrieve specific data from a server using a single API endpoint.

When you use technologies like GraphQL, it is trivial to derive TypeScript types. A GraphQL API is created by implementing a schema. Generating the TypeScript type definitions from this schema is simple, and you do not have to do any more work than just making the GraphQL API. This is one reason why I like GraphQL so much.

REST and GraphQL have advantages, drawbacks, and use cases for different environments. REST is for simple logic and a more structured architecture, while GraphQL is for a more tailored response and flexible request.

A Gatsby site uses Gatsby, which leverages React and GraphQL to create fast and optimized web experiences. Gatsby is often used for building static websites, progressive web apps (PWAs), and even full-blown dynamic web applications.

In my usual NodeJS tech stack, which includes GraphQL, NestJS, SQL (predominantly PostgreSQL with MikroORM), I encountered these limitations. To overcome them, I've developed a new stack utilizing Rust, which still offers some ease of development:

At Woovi we are GraphQL lovers, hence we develop many helpers around this tool to bring a good developer experience.

A query language for APIs that allows clients to request only the data they need. It provides a more flexible and efficient alternative to RESTful APIs. GraphQL provides a single endpoint for multiple data sources, making it efficient for clients to retrieve only the necessary information forexample if a Node.js microservice uses GraphQL, a client can send a query to request specific data, and the GraphQL service will fetch the required information from the underlying data sources and respond accordingly.

This approach is particularly beneficial for teams looking to enhance their digital presence without the need for extensive coding or software development. By leveraging the GraphQL API endpoint, developers can prepare and execute queries to retrieve the desired content. This makes the Headless Channel a valuable tool 🔨 for content managers and developers, offering ease of use and practicality.

To know about Graphql and why it's being used head over to for more details, Now let's cut to the chase.

GraphQL is an excellent choice for real-time data synchronization in React Native apps. By using GraphQL, you can retrieve precisely the data you need and receive updates in real-time, reducing network usage and providing a seamless user experience.

Strapi provides a centralized data managing platform. This makes it easier to organize, update, and maintain the FAQ data. It also automatically generates a RESTful API for accessing the content stored in its database.

https://prisma.io is popular as I understand it. I've been trying out https://strapi.io the last week and am thoroughly impressed.

They both do much more than build queries. One big thing both do is automate database migration calculations. Strapi goes further and gives you a CMS and admin UI on top, as well as doing a lot more of the complex query building from a json object. Both still require a fundamental understanding of the data model and SQL

As of April 2024, Strapi's GitHub repository has garnered 59.7k stars and 7.5k forks, showcasing its widespread adoption. The project has also secured a substantial $45+ million in funding, cementing its position as a prominent player in the headless CMS space.

const pages = await client.GET("/pages", { params: { query: { filters: { // @ts-ignore - openapi generated from strapi results in Record // https://github.com/strapi/strapi/issues/19644 path: { $eq: path, }, }, // @ts-ignore populate: { blocks: { populate: "*" }, }, }, }, });

On a side note. Where do all these endpoints come from? Strapi is open source. We can read the source code. All these endpoint come from the Users and permissions plugin. So, if we go to Strapi on github and browse around the files a bit eventually you will find the auth.js file that contains all of the routes. You can also find the Strapi controllers in there if you're interested.

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