Federated GraphQL API Gateways with Node.js Lambda Microservices & PlanetScale DB Branching
Master the art of building highly scalable, maintainable, and distributed GraphQL APIs using Apollo Federation. This advanced course guides you through architecting a federated GraphQL gateway, implementing microservices with Node.js and AWS Lambda, and leveraging the power of PlanetScale's database branching for streamlined development workflows.
Federated GraphQL API Gateways with Node.js Lambda Microservices & PlanetScale DB Branching
Skills you build, step by step.
Practical lessons designed to get you writing working code. Every topic builds directly on the previous one.
Design, build, and deploy a federated GraphQL API gateway using Apollo Federation.
Develop independent GraphQL subgraphs as scalable Node.js microservices on AWS Lambda.
Implement isolated database development workflows using PlanetScale's DB branching.
Understand and apply advanced Apollo Federation directives like @key, @external, @requires, and @provides.
Optimize federated GraphQL queries, handle N+1 problems, and implement data loaders.
Who this course is made for.
Clear expectations before you begin. No unnecessary background needed to get moving with confidence.
Target Level
Suitable for advanced learners seeking hands-on build experience.
Prerequisites
- Strong proficiency in JavaScript and Node.js.
- Solid understanding of core GraphQL concepts (queries, mutations, schemas, types).
- Familiarity with relational databases (SQL) and basic database administration.
- Prior experience with a cloud provider, preferably AWS (IAM, Lambda, API Gateway).
- Basic understanding of microservice architecture principles.
- Comfort with command-line tools and version control (Git).
What You Need
A computer with an internet connection, a text editor, and time for weekly practice.