GraphQL Schema Designer

Design GraphQL SDL schemas from domain models with federation and resolver patterns.

6|Updated Oct 25, 2025
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Skill: GraphQL Schema Designer
Source: https://github.com/williamzujkowski/cognitive-toolworks/tree/main/skills/api-graphql-designer
Command: npx skills add https://github.com/williamzujkowski/cognitive-toolworks --skill graphql-schema-designer-williamzujkowski

SYSTEM DOCUMENTATION & REQUIREMENTS

What problem does it solve?

GraphQL schema design for federated, stitched, and standalone services can be complex, leading to inconsistent APIs and security gaps.

Core Features & Use Cases

  • Design GraphQL SDL schemas from domain models, including types, queries, mutations, and subscriptions.
  • Configure federation, resolution patterns, and DataLoader setups to prevent n+1 queries.
  • Provide guidance for schema stitching, pagination, and directive-based authorization, with ready-to-adapt examples.

Quick Start

Provide your domain model and let the designer generate a ready-to-use GraphQL SDL and resolver patterns.

Frequently Asked Questions about GraphQL Schema Designer

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

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How do I design a GraphQL schema for federated microservices?

To design GraphQL schemas for federated APIs, provide your domain entities and federation configuration to generate SDL definitions, resolver patterns, and federation setup. The output includes schema_definition, resolver_patterns, and federation_config tailored for multi-team architectures.

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

Prevent n+1 queries in GraphQL by configuring DataLoader setups within your resolver patterns to batch and cache database requests. The designer outputs optimization_config and resolver_patterns specifically structured to avoid n+1 queries across your schema types.

What's the best way to handle pagination in a GraphQL schema?

Handle GraphQL pagination by applying connection patterns within your SDL and resolvers. The designer provides pagination guidance and generates schema definitions with built-in cursor-based structures to ensure efficient data loading and traversal.

Can I use schema stitching for multi-team GraphQL architectures?

Yes, you can use schema stitching for multi-team GraphQL architectures by merging multiple standalone SDL schemas into a single gateway. The designer provides stitching guidance to combine distributed services while maintaining consistent types, queries, and mutations across teams.

How do I add directive-based authorization to a GraphQL schema?

Add directive-based authorization to a GraphQL schema by defining security directives within your SDL. The designer generates security_directives that apply role-based access control to queries and mutations, ensuring your API has built-in authorization patterns.

When should I not use Apollo Federation for my GraphQL API?

Avoid Apollo Federation if your architecture consists of a single standalone service rather than distributed microservices. The designer supports standalone SDL generation without federation_config, making it suitable for simpler services that do not require a distributed graph.