Data Transmission

GraphQL: The API Whisperer

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Gather ‘round, folks, because today we’re talking about GraphQL, the API that walks into a bar, doesn’t ask for more data than it needs, and leaves everyone else questioning why they’ve been ordering their responses the RESTful way. What Is GraphQL? GraphQL is like the pickiest eater at a buffet — you ask it for exactly what you … Read more

Protobufs: The Tiny Data Whiz Kid of Serialization

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Ever wondered how your data travels around without being bulky? Enter Protobufs (or Protocol Buffers) — the nimble, efficient, and oh-so-binary friend of data serialization. Essentially, they’re a way to pack your data into a compact, cross-language envelope that only machines can read with the speed of a caffeinated cheetah. What is it? Protobufs are a method developed … Read more