| name | graphql-schema-designer |
| description | GraphQL schema design and optimization with federation support |
| allowed-tools | ["Read","Write","Edit","Glob","Grep","Bash"] |
| graph | {"domains":["domain:software-engineering"],"specializations":["specialization:sdk-platform-development"],"skillAreas":["skill-area:api-design","skill-area:graphql-schema-design"],"roles":["role:platform-engineer"],"topics":["topic:api-design","topic:developer-experience"]} |
GraphQL Schema Designer Skill
Overview
This skill specializes in designing, optimizing, and maintaining GraphQL schemas with support for schema stitching, federation, and advanced patterns. It ensures type-safe, performant, and well-documented GraphQL APIs.
Capabilities
- Design type-safe GraphQL schemas following best practices
- Implement schema stitching and Apollo Federation
- Optimize query complexity and configure depth limits
- Generate comprehensive schema documentation
- Design efficient resolver patterns
- Implement pagination (Relay connections, offset-based)
- Configure subscriptions and real-time features
- Validate schema against design guidelines
Target Processes
- API Design Specification
- Multi-Language SDK Strategy
- SDK Architecture Design
Integration Points
- Apollo Server/Client
- Hasura GraphQL Engine
- graphql-codegen for type generation