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title: "GraphQL"
description: "Implementing GraphQL APIs in React and React Native applications"
url: https://www.callstack.com/insights/graphql-in-react-native
updated: 2026-10-22T13:55:50.623Z
---

# GraphQL

Implementing GraphQL APIs in React and React Native applications

GraphQL provides a powerful and efficient way to handle data fetching in React and React Native applications across all platforms. Learn how to integrate GraphQL APIs, manage state with Apollo Client, and optimize data loading patterns for better performance in your cross-platform applications.

## Articles, podcasts, events and case studies

- [The Power of GraphQL Directives](https://www.callstack.com/blog/the-power-of-graphql-directives) (Article, 7/19/2018): Discover how GraphQL directives streamline server-side tasks, from creating custom fields to integrating REST APIs.
- [Amazing React Native Apps with Apollo React](https://www.callstack.com/blog/amazing-react-native-apps-with-apollo-react) (Article, 11/14/2016): How to to handle communication with my GraphQL server using other solution like Apollo React client.
- [Setting up GraphQL With Hapi.js](https://www.callstack.com/blog/setting-up-graphql-with-hapi-js) (Article, 11/2/2016): Learn how to set up GraphQL with Hapi.js by reading this step-by-step guide prepared by Mike Chudziak.

## Implementing GraphQL in React Native?

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