graphql

Enforce schema-first GraphQL design with SDL files and code generation.

Updated Aug 27, 2026
One-click install
npx skills add https://github.com/plutowang/term.conf --skill graphql-plutowang
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Skill: graphql
Source: https://github.com/plutowang/term.conf/tree/main/opencode/skills/inventory/graphql
Command: npx skills add https://github.com/plutowang/term.conf --skill graphql-plutowang

SYSTEM DOCUMENTATION & REQUIREMENTS

What problem does it solve?

This skill enforces a schema-first approach to GraphQL API design, ensuring schemas define contract-first development and reducing brittle resolvers.

Core Features & Use Cases

  • Schema-First Development: Define GraphQL SDL files before implementing resolvers to guarantee typed APIs.
  • Performance & Reliability: Integrate DataLoader to prevent N+1 queries and apply query depth limiting and complexity analysis.
  • Tooling & Codegen: Use GraphQL Code Generator for TypeScript and gqlgen for Go to keep types in sync with the schema across services.
  • Use Case: A team migrating from ad-hoc resolvers to a typed schema with automatic type generation and batch loading.

Quick Start

  1. Define your GraphQL SDL files prior to coding resolvers.
  2. Set up tooling: GraphQL Code Generator (TS) via codegen.ts and run pnpm codegen; for Go projects install gqlgen and run the codegen command.
  3. Integrate DataLoader in resolvers to batch requests and prevent N+1 queries.

Frequently Asked Questions about graphql

High-intent search queries and answers about installing and using this skill.

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What is schema-first GraphQL design and why use it?

Schema-first GraphQL design defines GraphQL SDL files before implementing resolvers to guarantee typed APIs. This approach ensures contract-first development, reducing brittle resolvers and keeping types synchronized across services.

How do I prevent N+1 queries in GraphQL resolvers?

To prevent N+1 queries in GraphQL, integrate DataLoader in your resolvers to batch requests. This batches database or API calls, significantly improving performance and reliability for nested data fetching.

How do I set up GraphQL Code Generator for TypeScript?

Set up GraphQL Code Generator for TypeScript by configuring a codegen.ts file and running pnpm codegen. This automates type generation, keeping your TypeScript types in sync with your GraphQL schema.

Does gqlgen support schema-first GraphQL in Go?

Yes, gqlgen supports schema-first GraphQL in Go by generating typed code from your SDL files. Running the gqlgen codegen command keeps Go types synchronized with your schema-first workflow.

What is the best way to secure GraphQL APIs against malicious queries?

The best way to secure GraphQL APIs is applying query depth limiting and complexity analysis. These standard schema-first practices prevent deeply nested or overly expensive queries from overloading your service.