Fractional CTO for GraphQL
GraphQL provides a powerful query language for APIs. We help companies design efficient schemas, implement proper resolvers, and scale GraphQL for production use cases....
Expert GraphQL Leadership
GraphQL provides a powerful query language for APIs. We help companies design efficient schemas, implement proper resolvers, and scale GraphQL for production use cases.
Initial API: 4-8 weeks, Complex schema: 2-4 months
$30,000-$100,000
Why Choose Us
- Clients request exactly the data they need
- Strong typing prevents many errors
- Excellent tooling and developer experience
- Single endpoint simplifies frontend development
- Built-in documentation with introspection
Common GraphQL Challenges We Solve
Deciding between GraphQL and REST for specific use cases
N+1 query problems and DataLoader implementation
Schema design for evolution and versioning
Authorization patterns in GraphQL
Performance optimization and query complexity
Caching strategies for GraphQL
Error handling patterns
Federation for microservices
GraphQL Best Practices
Use DataLoader to batch and cache database calls
Implement proper schema-first design
Use cursor-based pagination for lists
Implement query complexity analysis
Design for schema evolution without versions
Use persisted queries in production
Implement proper error handling patterns
Use code generation for type safety
Complementary Technologies
Scaling Considerations
GraphQL can be challenging to cache at the HTTP level. Consider persisted queries, response caching, and proper DataLoader usage.
Security Considerations
Implement query depth limiting, complexity analysis, proper authentication in resolvers, field-level authorization.
Performance Optimization
Use DataLoader religiously, implement proper caching, limit query complexity, use persisted queries, optimize resolvers.
Success Story
Series A mobile-first marketplace
Challenge
REST API required 8+ requests per screen. Mobile users experiencing slow load times and high data usage.
Solution
Fractional CTO designed GraphQL schema, implemented with Apollo Server, optimized with DataLoader and response caching.
Result
Reduced API calls per screen from 8 to 1. Mobile load times improved 60%. Data transfer reduced 40%.
Timeline: 2 months
Recommended Team Structure
GraphQL adds learning curve. Ensure team has proper training. Consider starting with auto-generated schemas (Hasura, Prisma).
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