Overview

The introduction of the getServerSideProps feature in Next.js has brought about some challenges for developers using Apollo for server-side rendering (SSR). Traditional approaches using Higher-Order Components (HOCs) are no longer viable, leading to multiple renderings to fetch all the necessary queries. However, a new solution emerges that allows for more efficient query handling by declaring a top-level query and generating a type-safe version of getServerSideProps. This approach not only enhances performance but also simplifies the coding pattern for React components.

This innovative plugin streamlines data fetching by wrapping React components in an HOC that utilizes the cached results, thereby eliminating redundant renders and focusing only on the required data. It presents an exciting opportunity for developers looking to optimize their Next.js applications while leveraging the power of Apollo and GraphQL.

Features

• Top-Level Query Declaration: Allows the declaration of a main query, minimizing rendering times and improving performance during SSR.

• Type-Safe getServerSideProps Generation: Automatically generates type-safe versions of getServerSideProps for each query, reducing the chances of errors and improving type safety.

• HOC Support: Offers an option to generate a Higher-Order Component that wraps React components, enabling seamless integration with Apollo cache results.

• Custom Configurations: Users can customize various parameters such as Apollo version, cache imports, and context options to tailor the plugin to their specific needs.

• Hooks and HOC Control: Offers flexibility to enable or disable generated React Hooks and HOCs, allowing developers to choose the best pattern for their application.

• Custom Imports and Code Injection: Provides options to declare custom imports and insert custom code sections before or after generated functions, enhancing extendability.

• Compatibility with Various Apollo Client Versions: Supports different versions of Apollo Client, making it versatile for projects using either v2 or v3.

• Pattern Exclusion Options: Allows for the exclusion of certain operation names using regular expressions, providing more control over generated code.