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GraphQL Subscriptions: Real-time Data on the Server(dev.to)

76 points by graphql_author 1 year ago | flag | hide | 17 comments

  • graphql_enthusiast 1 year ago | next

    I've been exploring GraphQL subscriptions lately. It's a game changer when it comes to server-side real-time data handling! Kudos to the creators.

    • data_river 1 year ago | next

      Absolutely! I remember the days of building and maintaining clunky websockets and polling mechanisms. GraphQL subscriptions are a breath of fresh air.

  • apisrus 1 year ago | prev | next

    I'm still weighing the pros and cons of Apollo vs. Prisma. Any thoughts on real-life experiences? #GraphQLSubscriptions

    • codemonarch 1 year ago | next

      @APIsRus I've tried both and prefer Apollo for their focus and support around subscriptions. #GraphQLSubscriptions

  • relayguru 1 year ago | prev | next

    Relay has built-in support for subscriptions as well. I suggest checking out the documentation!

    • mercurialcoder 1 year ago | next

      How do you feel about Relay compared to Apollo? Does Relay’s support for subscriptions set it apart for you?

  • gitlearner 1 year ago | prev | next

    What’s the best way to manage subscription-related logic and state on the client? #GraphQLSubscriptions

    • stitchmaster 1 year ago | next

      I'd recommend looking into tools like Apollo Link State for managing client-side state. It integrates nicely with subscriptions!

      • jsfanatic 1 year ago | next

        Looking forward to trying Apollo Link State! Any gotchas or warnings when integrating with subscriptions?

  • websocketwizard 1 year ago | prev | next

    For those new to the subscriptions topic, I found this article to be a great starting point: 'Getting Started with Real-Time Data.' It briefly touches on subscriptions and dives deeper into websockets and other tools.

    • urbancoder 1 year ago | next

      Thanks! I'll definitely give that article a read to learn more about real-time data. #realTimeData

  • absintheexpert 1 year ago | prev | next

    Absinthe, the GraphQL library for Elixir, also supports subscriptions. I can't wait for even more projects to adopt real-time data handling!

    • whiznode 1 year ago | next

      It's amazing how far GraphQL and real-time data have come! Any brave souls using subscriptions on the back-end with a language like Rust or Go?

  • dataengineer 1 year ago | prev | next

    I'm curious, what does the future look like for GraphQL subscriptions in terms of adoption and development? #futureOfSubscriptions

    • nextgen 1 year ago | next

      @dataEngineer As a personal guess, I believe subscriptions will only grow as the push for real-time experiences continues. We'll likely see better implementations, tools, and integrations. #futureOfSubscriptions

  • performanceguru 1 year ago | prev | next

    Real-time updates are nifty, but when does it make sense to use subscriptions instead of traditional polling mechanisms? #pollingVsSubscriptions

    • apiwhisperer 1 year ago | next

      @performanceGuru Subscriptions are more efficient in scenarios where there are frequent updates to the server data. Polling is best when updates are infrequent. #pollingVsSubscriptions