Using GraphQL Syntax in Rivery Action Rivers

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Using GraphQL Syntax in Rivery Action Rivers

Some API’s utilize GraphQL syntax for sending request body. GraphQL is a query language that uses node-link relationships between entities to return exactly the data that the user requested, and no more. It is oftentimes used when querying small sets of data within a much larger database of information.

In this article we will discuss using Postman for inputting GraphQL-syntaxed bodies into Rivery’s Action Rivers.

For example, the Shiphero API uses graphql syntax for retrieving orders and vendor information from the server:

Examples

Process

In order to pass a GraphQL query in a request body of an action river, follow these steps.

1. Replicate the request in Postman.
2. Change the body of the request to a “GraphQL” type:

3. Paste the GraphQL query from the API’s documentation into the body.
4. Send the request successfully.
5. Click the “<>” icon on the right hand side of the postman interface.

6. Under “code snippet” change the language to “HTTP”:

7. Copy the query piece of the code snippet and paste it into Rivery:

8. You should now be able to set up the request in Rivery and send it successfully!