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July 6, 2025 73 mins

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Beyond GraphQL: How Federation is Redefining Scalable API Architecture

As organization scale, API management becomes increasingly complex, GraphQL Federation offers a transformative approach, enabling teams to build modular, scalable, and efficient API architectures.

In this episode, we delve into the evolution of GraphQL Federation—how it addresses the limitations of monolithic GraphQL APIs, enhances team collaboration, and streamlines API development at scale.

What to Expect in This Episode

The Evolution of GraphQL Federation

⟶ A look at how GraphQL Federation emerged as a response to the challenges of scaling GraphQL, and why it is shaping the future of API architecture.

Understanding Federation—How It Works

⟶ A deep dive into the core principles of federation, including subgraphs, schema composition, and distributed API management.

Overcoming Challenges in Federated Architectures

⟶ Insights into the common pitfalls teams face when implementing GraphQL Federation and best practices for success.

Real-World Applications and Industry Adoption

⟶ Case studies of engineering teams leveraging federation to improve API performance, optimize data access, and accelerate development.

The Future of GraphQL Federation

⟶ Emerging trends, innovations, and what’s next in the evolution of federated GraphQL APIs.

The advancements in GraphQL Federation would not be possible without the contributions of the developer community, whose insights and real-world implementations continue to drive innovation in API architecture.

The Good Thing Is…

The future of API development is being redefined, and GraphQL Federation is leading the way. As teams seek more scalable and efficient solutions, we are committed to exploring the next generation of API collaboration.

Join us as we break down the latest developments, share actionable insights, and discuss how engineering teams can leverage GraphQL Federation to build the future of API management.

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Watch this episode here: How Federation is Redefining Scalable API

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