Supabase

How to use Supabase with GraphQL?

Discover the ins and outs of blending Supabase with GraphQL for smart data handling. This guide walks through everything from setup to querying and shares top tips along the way. Don't miss out! Find out more in our article.

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Overview

Integrating Supabase with GraphQL merges Supabase's real-time features and backend services with the adaptable querying offered by GraphQL. This synergy gives developers a more efficient way to handle and query databases. Setting up Supabase, configuring its GraphQL endpoint, and grasping its schema and data querying methods are essential steps. This potent mix can make backend processes smoother and enhance data management for applications. Get ready to explore the necessary steps to unlock the potential of these tools.

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How to use Supabase with GraphQL?

Step 1: Create a Supabase Account

  1. Head over to the Supabase website and sign up for a new account.
  2. After signing up, log into your Supabase dashboard.

Step 2: Create a New Project

  1. Click the "New Project" button on your Supabase dashboard.
  2. Give your project a name and pick the database region you want.
  3. Set a strong password for your database.
  4. Click "Create new project".

Step 3: Enable GraphQL API

  1. Go to the "API" section in the Supabase dashboard menu.
  2. Under the "API" tab, scroll down until you see the "GraphQL" section.
  3. Enable the GraphQL API if it’s not already turned on.

Step 4: Create Database Tables

  1. In the Supabase dashboard, head to the "Database" section.
  2. Click on "Table Editor" and then "New Table".
  3. Define your table schema by specifying columns and data types.
  4. Click "Save" to create the table.

Step 5: Explore the GraphQL Endpoint

  1. Go back to the "API" section on the Supabase dashboard.
  2. Note down the GraphQL endpoint URL provided.
  3. The endpoint format is usually: https://PROJECT_REF.supabase.co/graphql.

Step 6: Configure Supabase Client

  1. Install the Supabase JavaScript client in your project.
    ```bash
    npm install @supabase/supabase-js
    ```

  2. Initialize the Supabase client in your application code:
    ```javascript
    import { createClient } from '@supabase/supabase-js';

    const supabaseUrl = 'https://PROJECT\_REF.supabase.co';
    const supabaseKey = 'YOUR_ANON_KEY';
    const supabase = createClient(supabaseUrl, supabaseKey);
    ```

Step 7: Making GraphQL Queries

  1. Use your GraphQL client (like Apollo Client) to make queries to the Supabase GraphQL endpoint.

  2. Example using Apollo Client:
    ```javascript
    import { ApolloClient, InMemoryCache, gql } from '@apollo/client';

    const client = new ApolloClient({
    uri: 'https://PROJECT\_REF.supabase.co/graphql',
    cache: new InMemoryCache(),
    });

    client.query({
    query: gql`
    query {
    your_table_name {
    id
    column1
    column2
    }
    }
    `
    }).then(result => console.log(result));
    ```

Step 8: Handling Subscriptions

  1. Supabase supports real-time subscriptions using WebSockets.
  2. Example of setting up a real-time subscription:
    ```javascript
    const { data: subscription, error } = supabase
    .from('your_table_name')
    .on('INSERT', payload => {
    console.log('Change received!', payload);
    })
    .subscribe();
    ```

Step 9: Secure Access (Optional)

  1. By default, Supabase provides public access via Anon key.
  2. For more security, configure Row Level Security (RLS) policies from the "Auth" section in the Supabase dashboard.
  3. Detailed RLS configuration can be found in the Supabase documentation.

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