Types of Directives
There are two main types of directives in GraphQL:
- Built-in Directives: These are predefined directives provided by GraphQL itself, such as @include and @skip.
- Custom Directives: Developers can define their own custom directives to tailor the behavior of their GraphQL APIs according to specific requirements.
Directives in GraphQL
In GraphQL, directives are a powerful tool used to control the execution of queries and mutations. They provide a way to dynamically modify the structure and shape of GraphQL operations, enabling more flexibility and control over the data fetching process.
In this article, We will learn about what is Directives, their types along with some Current Specification Directives with the help of examples, and so on.