It’s in the bank. We hosted the first official GraphQL Meetup in Wrocław. We’ve been into the technology for a while, so we decided to share some knowledge and see if there was an appetite among our local friends.
GraphQL is transforming the way developers interact with APIs, offering a more efficient and flexible approach to data fetching compared to traditional REST. For those new to this technology, understanding GraphQL can be crucial in leveraging its full potential.
GraphQL lands in Wroclaw
Recently, the first GraphQL Meetup in Wrocław highlighted the growing interest and applications of GraphQL in the tech community. We booked a 120-seat conference center and set up an event, half in hope, half in expectation. It blew our minds that over 700 people signed up. Next time we’re gonna need a bigger boat!
The mix of people told us a lot about the technology. Nearly two-thirds of attendees have just started working with GraphQL and wanted to improve their projects, a fifth have heard of the tech and wanted to know what the fuss was all about, and the remaining 14% were those curious types who were hearing about GraphQL for the very first time.
72 people answered to our question about using GraphQL
Inspiring Tech Talks and Live Coding at GraphQL Meetup
Marcin Gębala, Lead Dev on our Saleor project, kicked off the talks with his own take on how the technology is perceived right now: “GraphQL is still a relatively new technology for some people but I wanted to convince them that it is already mature in 2019. People shouldn’t be afraid to use it in their projects.” He showed some of the coolest tools that the ecosystem provides and what makes it exciting.
A Foundation for Building a Thriving Tech Community with GraphQL
While chatting to attendees after the event, we learnt about some of the niches in which people are using GraphQL. We found out that developers are experiencing a great number of positive benefits but there are a few common problems that are starting to appear as people repeatedly work with the technology. Coming together as a community helps highlight which issues are common and how we can overcome them, as well helping us spread knowledge and best practices.
What’s Next for the GraphQL Community in Wrocław?
We want to build more with GraphQL. And we want to build a community around the technology here in Wrocław, because we have some of the best developers in the world in our city. The first Meetup was a great place to start and we are already thinking about the next events, so keep your eyes open for updates.
For those interested in a more in-depth exploration of GraphQL development methodologies, particularly the schema-first approach, the Mirumee blog offers a wealth of resources and insights.
Read also the highlights from the GraphQL Summit 2018 held in San Francisco. This event showcased groundbreaking developments, expert talks, and innovative solutions in the GraphQL community
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