go-gql-sqlc-template

The go-gql-sqlc-template serves as a robust template project designed for creating Web Backend APIs using a powerful tech stack. This repository leverages several modern tools to streamline development, including:

• Go: A statically typed, compiled programming language renowned for its efficiency and simplicity.
• gqlgen: A framework for building GraphQL APIs with a focus on developer experience and performance by utilizing GraphQL schemas.
• sqlc: A SQL-based Object-Relational Mapping (ORM) tool that transforms SQL queries into type-safe Go code.
• dbmate: A straightforward database migration tool that facilitates schema management.
• task: A task runner for managing complex workflows with simple configurations.

API Development

This template streamlines the API setup process with commands for initializing, starting, and testing the backend service. For example, the command to start the API is:

$ task up

Followed by database migration with:

$ task migrate

Testing

The project includes options for running tests and integration tests seamlessly. Testing can be executed using:

$ task test

Development Features

In terms of development, the template offers utilities for generating API interfaces directly from the GraphQL schema and ORM code from SQL statements. Commands for these operations include:

$ task gql-gen
$ task sqlc-gen

Database Management

The template also provides commands for database operations, including migration and rollback functionalities:

$ task migrate
$ task rollback

This comprehensive setup allows developers to focus on building features without the distractions often associated with boilerplate configurations, making it an efficient starting point for any Go-based web backend project.