In this episode of the Spring Office Hours podcast, the focus is on Spring for GraphQL. Hosts Brian and Rossen delve into its history, practical applications, and how it stacks up against REST APIs. They clarify that GraphQL isn't meant to replace REST; rather, it serves as a powerful alternative for data-rich applications with diverse client needs for flexible data. The conversation highlights the advantages of a schema-based approach, such as auto-generated documentation and an enhanced developer experience. They also address key topics like security, federation—an approach to microservices architecture—and the collaborative efforts between Spring for GraphQL and the GraphQL Java team, illustrating the technology’s ongoing growth and sophistication.
