GraphQL IDEs for Development

When working with a headless WordPress and Gatsby setup, you have access to powerful GraphQL IDEs that help visualize queries and test API responses efficiently.

1. Frontend GraphQL Explorer

Accessible at:
http://localhost:8000/__graphql

This GraphiQL IDE is built into Gatsby’s development server, allowing you to explore and test GraphQL queries directly in your local frontend environment. It’s an essential tool for fetching data from WordPress and optimizing queries for performance.

2. WordPress Admin GraphiQL

Make sure You have enebaled the WPGraphQL plugin.

Accessible at:
https://yourwebsite/wp-admin/admin.php?page=graphiql-ide

This is the GraphiQL IDE integrated into your WordPress backend. It lets you run and refine queries directly against WPGraphQL, making it easier to test API responses before implementing them in your Gatsby frontend.

Why Use These Tools?

✅ Visual Query Building – Easily construct GraphQL queries with an intuitive interface.
✅ Real-Time Execution – Test and refine queries before implementing them in your project.
✅ Performance Optimization – Ensure queries fetch only the necessary data to improve page speed.

These IDEs are essential for a smooth headless WordPress development experience! 🚀