Compare GraphQL and REST for your API design.
Choose the right approach for your project.
REST API
GET /api/users/1
GET /api/users/1/posts
GET /api/users/1/followers
GraphQL
query {
user(id: 1) {
name
posts { title }
followers { name }
}
}
When to Use REST
✅ Simple CRUD operations
✅ Caching is important
✅ Microservices
When to Use GraphQL
✅ Complex data relationships
✅ Mobile apps (reduce bandwidth)
✅ Rapid frontend development
Conclusion
Choose based on your specific needs!