Overview
gql_exec is a foundational package for building GraphQL execution layers in Dart, designed to support the creation of Links and Clients. It provides core utilities for handling GraphQL operations such as queries, mutations, and subscriptions, enabling seamless integration with GraphQL servers. Built with cross-platform compatibility in mind, it works across Android, iOS, Web, macOS, Windows, and Linux. This package forms the backbone of the gql-dart ecosystem, offering a lightweight and extensible foundation for developers implementing GraphQL functionality in Flutter and other Dart applications.
Use cases
- Building custom GraphQL clients
- Implementing middleware via Links
- Integrating GraphQL into cross-platform apps
- Handling real-time data with subscriptions
- Creating reusable GraphQL request pipelines
Key features
- Core execution logic for GraphQL
- Support for Links and Client abstractions
- Cross-platform compatibility
- Lightweight and modular design
- Extensible architecture for custom behavior
Suitable for
- Developers building GraphQL clients from scratch
- Teams using the gql-dart ecosystem
- Applications requiring flexible GraphQL request handling
- Projects targeting multiple platforms
- Advanced users needing fine-grained control over GraphQL flow
Considerations
- Requires familiarity with GraphQL concepts
- Not intended for direct use without higher-level packages
- Depends on other gql-dart packages for full functionality
- Best used within a larger GraphQL stack
- Limited standalone utility beyond execution layer