What if I told you that you could build an API that gives you only what you ask for? A client-focused, experienced-driven API? That’s GraphQL for you!

GraphQL was conceptualised by Facebook back in 2012 when they found that their REST endpoints were not the best choice for the mobile app. Ever since it was made open source in 2019, GraphQL has increased its reach, with enterprises adopting it as the communication pattern of their choice while having an enthusiastic, growing community as well.

In my session, we will first look at GraphQL as a concept, and what is the problem it tries to solve. We will then see how we can build a GraphQL API using Entity Framework and [ASP.NET](http://ASP.NET) Core- tools that we are already familiar with! Finally, we will discuss how to consume the API using a Blazor app, all while learning about the core concepts of GraphQL.
Many of us start as consumers of a GraphQL API. My story is no different. But let me convince you and make you feel confident that you can build a GraphQL API.