Overview

CoolQL, specifically the COOLDeploy to nowCoolQLCool (CQC), is a powerful open-source GraphQL server that empowers developers to seamlessly transform websites into GraphQL APIs. With its user-friendly interface and excellent documentation, it offers a robust platform for experimenting with queries in GraphiQL, making it a compelling choice for those looking to interface with web data in a structured manner.

The setup is straightforward, allowing users to quickly deploy their own CQC server using Now. This makes it exceptionally accessible for both beginners and seasoned developers looking to create custom queries and extract valuable information from their chosen websites.

Features

• Open Source: Being open source, developers can modify and customize the CQC to fit their specific needs, fostering a collaborative community around improvements and features.

• Easy Deployment: With a simple command (npm run deploy), users can launch their CQC server on Now, significantly streamlining the process of getting started.

• Comprehensive Schema: The schema/element.js and schema/parse.js files contain rich schemas for fetching webpage elements and specifying query sources, making it easy to understand data structure and access.

• In-depth Documentation: Each field comes with descriptive documentation, allowing users to quickly grasp what data is retrievable, ensuring a smoother development experience.

• Express Server Integration: It utilizes an express server, providing convenient HTTP endpoints for GraphQL queries and a dedicated GraphiQL endpoint for query building assistance.

• Asset Compilation: Users can keep their home page up-to-date with real-time asset compilation using webpack --watch, ensuring a seamless integration of changes.

• Robust Alternatives: CQC is part of a broader ecosystem of tools like GDOM and GraphQL Scraper, providing users with options depending on their specific use cases and preferences.