How do I set up authentication in a Next.js app using GraphQL?

How do I set up authentication in a Next.js app using GraphQL?

To set up authentication in a Next.js app using GraphQL, you can use libraries like Apollo Client for GraphQL queries and JWT for token-based authentication.

What libraries do I need to install?

You will need to install apollo-client, graphql, and jsonwebtoken. You can do this using npm or yarn.

Can you provide a code example for the authentication flow?

Sure! First, create a login mutation in your GraphQL server. Then, in your Next.js app, use Apollo Client to call this mutation and handle the JWT token.

How do I protect my routes after authentication?

You can create a higher-order component (HOC) that checks for the JWT token in local storage and redirects users if they are not authenticated.