The Architect’s Dilemma: Navigating the world of GraphQL

The text discusses the adoption of GraphQL and its comparison to REST. It highlights that while GraphQL done right is better than REST in terms of efficiency and speed, it's hard to implement correctly. The author suggests that companies with great communication structures are more likely to succeed in adopting GraphQL due to Conway's law. They also mention the possibility of using both GraphQL and REST together. The text then delves into personal experience with building GraphQL APIs, stating that it is difficult and requires a different mindset from REST API design. It highlights common mistakes made by developers when adopting GraphQL and emphasizes the importance of training teams on how to use GraphQL correctly. The author also talks about the benefits of consuming well-thought-out GraphQL APIs, which can be great for users once they are built. The text concludes with a discussion on supergraphs, an architecture and operating model that combines the best aspects of monolithic and microservices approaches. It suggests thinking like a node when building a supergraph and emphasizes the importance of having a well-defined ubiquitous language within an organization. The author invites readers to share their experiences and thoughts on GraphQL and supergraphs, fostering a community of learning around these technologies.