How can I test GraphQL APIs in Go?

How can I test GraphQL APIs in Go?

You can use libraries like graphql-go along with testing frameworks like testing in Go. Would you like a code example?

Yes, please provide a code example.

Here's a simple example:

package main

import (
    "net/http"
    "net/http/httptest"
    "testing"
    "github.com/graphql-go/graphql"
)

func TestGraphQL(t *testing.T) {
    schema, _ := graphql.NewSchema(graphql.SchemaConfig{ /* define your schema */ })
    query := `{ yourQuery }`
    req := httptest.NewRequest(http.MethodPost, "/graphql", nil)
    req.Header.Set("Content-Type", "application/json")

    // Execute the query
    // ...
}

This sets up a basic test for a GraphQL query.

What libraries do I need to install for this?

You will need to install graphql-go and possibly httptest for testing. You can do this using go get.

Are there any best practices for testing GraphQL APIs?

Yes, some best practices include testing both queries and mutations, using mock data, and ensuring your tests cover edge cases.