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title: "Discussion on \"Why GraphQL?\" | Hashnode"
description: "Discussion on \"Why GraphQL?\". Introduction:\nAs a backend developer, dealing with APIs is everyday something. \nWhere RESTful APIs are for less complicated data, GraphQL comes in handy when you have a lot of complex data to deal with.\nApplication components:\n Server-side components..."
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# [Why GraphQL?](https://charles04.hashnode.dev/why-graphql?utm_source=hashnode&utm_medium=feed)

Introduction: As a backend developer, dealing with APIs is everyday something. Where RESTful APIs are for less complicated data, GraphQL comes in handy when you have a lot of complex data to deal with. Application components: Server-side components...

Sep 11, 2021 · 3 min read · charles04.hashnode.dev  
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