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REST vs GraphQL vs gRPC: API Comparison

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Venn diagram comparing REST, GraphQL, and gRPC highlighting overlaps in data serialization, typed schemas, and stateless communication.
Venn diagram comparing REST, GraphQL, and gRPC highlighting overlaps in data serialization, typed schemas, and stateless communication.
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What it shows

  • REST relies on standard HTTP methods with great caching and simple tooling.
  • GraphQL lets clients query exact data structures across nested resources.
  • gRPC uses binary Protocol Buffers over HTTP/2 for ultra-fast microservices.

The takeaway

Use REST for public APIs, GraphQL for flexible client UIs, and gRPC for fast internal microservices.

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