GraphQL

GraphQL connection helps Infoveave connect to a GraphQL data server, authenticate securely, and query structured data efficiently.

Adding a GraphQL Connection

To create a new GraphQL connection:

1. Go to Administration > Connections
2. Click New Connection and select GraphQL from the available connectors
3. In the New GraphQL Connection form, provide the required configuration details

Connection Parameters

When setting up a GraphQL connection, you need to provide the following details:

Field	Description
Name	A unique name to identify your GraphQL connection
Auth Request Type	The authentication method type (e.g., GET or POST)
Auth URL	The authentication endpoint URL for your GraphQL server
Client ID	Your application’s client identifier for authentication
Client Secret	Your application’s secret key for authentication

Authentication Configuration

Configure how Infoveave should authenticate with your GraphQL server:

• Add Auth Headers: Include authentication tokens or custom headers in the request
• Add Auth Form Data: Send authentication credentials as form data

Steps to Validate and Save

1. After configuring your GraphQL connection parameters, click Validate to verify the connection
2. If validation succeeds, click Save to store the connection
3. You can now use this GraphQL connection as a datasource in your Infoveave workflows and visualizations

Example Use Cases

With a GraphQL connection configured, you can:

• Query structured data using GraphQL schemas and resolvers
• Retrieve nested, relational, or aggregated data from GraphQL APIs
• Build dashboards powered by customizable GraphQL queries
• Combine GraphQL data with other Datasources for unified reporting
• Automate workflows based on GraphQL data
• Connect to headless CMS systems for content analytics