Overview
gql_code_builder is a Dart code generation package that transforms GraphQL schema definitions (SDL) and query documents into type-safe Dart classes. It enables developers to generate models, queries, mutations, and variables directly from .graphql files, improving code maintainability and reducing boilerplate. By leveraging the power of build_runner, it integrates seamlessly into Flutter and Dart projects, ensuring strong typing and compile-time safety for GraphQL operations. The generated code supports both client-side and server-side use cases with minimal manual effort.
Use cases
- Generating type-safe GraphQL queries
- Automating model creation from SDL
- Reducing boilerplate in GraphQL clients
- Enabling compile-time validation of queries
- Integrating with build_runner workflows
Key features
- Generates Dart classes from .graphql files
- Supports SDL and query document parsing
- Produces type-safe models and operations
- Integrates with build_runner
- Offers extensible code generation hooks
Suitable for
- Flutter apps using GraphQL
- Dart projects requiring strong typing
- Teams prioritizing code quality and maintainability
- GraphQL clients needing automated code generation
- Projects using gql-dart ecosystem
Considerations
- Requires build_runner setup
- Limited to static schema analysis
- May increase build time
- Not suitable for runtime schema changes
- Dependent on correct GraphQL syntax in source files