How To Build A GraphQL Server Using Next.js API Routes
Next.js gives you the best developer experience with all the features you need for production. It provides a straightforward solution to build your API using Next.js API routes.
In this guide, we will be first learning what are API Routes, and then create a GraphQL server that retrieves the data from the Github API using the Next.js API Routes.
To get the most out of this tutorial, you need at least a basic understanding of GraphQL. Knowledge of Apollo Server would help but is not compulsory. This tutorial would benefit those who want to extend their React or Next.js skills to the server-side and be able to build as well their first full-stack app with Next.js and GraphQL.
So, let’s dive in.
What Are Next.js API Routes?
Next.js is a framework that enables rendering React apps on the cli...