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What is the main purpose of a GraphQL query?

easy📝 Conceptual Q1 of 15
GraphQL - Basics and Philosophy
What is the main purpose of a GraphQL query?
ATo create a new database
BTo update data on the server
CTo delete data from the server
DTo request specific data from a server
Step-by-Step Solution
Solution:

  1. Step 1: Understand the role of a query in GraphQL

    A GraphQL query is used to ask the server for specific data, not to change it.

  2. Step 2: Differentiate query from other operations

    Updating or deleting data is done by mutations, not queries.

  3. Final Answer:

    To request specific data from a server -> Option D

  4. Quick Check:

    GraphQL query = request data [OK]
Quick Trick: Queries fetch data; mutations change data [OK]
Common Mistakes:
  • Confusing query with mutation
  • Thinking query modifies data
  • Assuming query creates data

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