Get up to speed with the GraphQL Schema-first approach with NestJS. Master GraphQL fundamentals and essentials concepts behind creating your own enterprise-grade GraphQL applications.
NestJS GraphQL - Schema-first approach
1h 52m 6s
English
Paid
Prepare for an in-depth guided course & walk-through of GraphQL fundamentals and the GraphQL Schema-first approach for NestJS applications from the Creator Kamil Mysliwiec himself, and Mark Pieszak (Core Team Member).
- Step-by-step lesson progression, code everything alongside us!
- Featuring 21 videos (with subtitles) and over 2 hours of content
- Build a real-world GraphQL application with NestJS
- Learn and use all the most important GraphQL building blocks
- Learn how to interact with GraphQL Queries / Mutations / Subscriptions & more.
- Official NestJS GraphQL Schema-first Certificate of Completion
About the Author: Learn NestJS
Learn NestJS is a paid course platform focused entirely on the NestJS Node.js framework — the modular, decorator-driven server framework most popular among teams that want Angular-style architecture on the backend. The platform is run by NestJS core-team-adjacent instructors and covers the framework end-to-end.
The CourseFlix listing carries seven Learn NestJS courses: NestJS Fundamentals, NestJS Authentication and Authorization, NestJS Microservices, NestJS Advanced Concepts, NestJS Architecture and Advanced Patterns, plus two GraphQL tracks (schema-first and code-first). Material is paid and aimed at Node.js developers building production back-end services with NestJS.
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All Course Lessons (22)
| # | Lesson Title | Duration | Access |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | GraphQL Schema-first Course Overview Demo | 01:25 | |
| 2 | Introduction to GraphQL with NestJS | 05:05 | |
| 3 | Code First vs Schema First | 01:08 | |
| 4 | Creating our first GraphQL Application | 06:44 | |
| 5 | Prerequisite: Install Insomnia | 00:30 | |
| 6 | Introduction to Resolvers and Object Types | 08:08 | |
| 7 | GraphQL Schemas, Types, and Scalars | 03:01 | |
| 8 | Passing Arguments: Returning a Coffee by ID | 02:53 | |
| 9 | Manipulating Data with Mutations | 04:33 | |
| 10 | Using GraphQL Variables | 01:27 | |
| 11 | Creating a Service | 03:17 | |
| 12 | Connecting to a Database with TypeOrm | 08:19 | |
| 13 | Using Repository to Access Database | 03:58 | |
| 14 | Adding Update and Delete Mutations | 04:40 | |
| 15 | Auto-validate Input Data | 04:48 | |
| 16 | Adding Relation to two Entities | 09:26 | |
| 17 | Using Field Resolvers | 06:18 | |
| 18 | Understanding Custom Scalar Types | 05:57 | |
| 19 | Using GraphQL Interfaces | 07:15 | |
| 20 | Unions and Enums | 05:15 | |
| 21 | Real-time Updates with Subscriptions | 07:30 | |
| 22 | Batching and Caching with Data Loader | 10:29 |
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Frequently asked questions
What prerequisites are needed before taking this course?
This course requires a basic understanding of JavaScript and TypeScript, as well as familiarity with Node.js. Additionally, students need to install Insomnia, which is covered in the lesson titled 'Prerequisite: Install Insomnia'.
What will I build during the course?
Students will create a GraphQL application using the schema-first approach within the NestJS framework. Key components include developing resolvers, object types, and using TypeOrm to connect to a database. Real-time updates with subscriptions and data manipulation through mutations are also implemented.
Who is the target audience for this course?
The course is designed for developers who want to learn how to build GraphQL applications using the schema-first approach with NestJS. It is ideal for those with a basic understanding of JavaScript and Node.js who want to build enterprise-grade applications.
How does the depth of this course compare to other GraphQL courses?
This course offers a focused exploration of the schema-first approach in GraphQL with NestJS, covering essential concepts such as resolvers, mutations, and real-time updates. It provides hands-on experience with database connections and data validation, which may not be as thoroughly covered in more general GraphQL courses.
Which specific tools and platforms are used in this course?
The course utilizes NestJS for building the application, TypeOrm for database connectivity, and Insomnia for testing GraphQL APIs. The use of these tools is integrated into lessons such as 'Connecting to a Database with TypeOrm' and 'Prerequisite: Install Insomnia'.
What topics are not covered in this course?
The course does not cover advanced GraphQL topics such as schema stitching or advanced security features. It focuses on foundational concepts and the schema-first approach rather than more complex or experimental features of GraphQL.
What is the time commitment required for this course?
The total runtime of the course is 1 hour and 52 minutes, spread across 22 lessons. Students should also allocate additional time for hands-on practice and reviewing course materials to fully grasp the concepts taught.