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Gatsby Source Thirdparty

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Updated: 7 Apr 2018
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A gatsby source plugin for pulling in third party api data.

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Overview

Gatsby-source-thirdparty is an innovative plugin designed for developers looking to leverage third-party API data seamlessly in their Gatsby applications. By enabling quick integration of external data sources, it simplifies the process of pulling and querying data, enhancing the overall development experience. Whether you’re building a blog, e-commerce site, or any other dynamic application, this plugin provides the tools needed to effectively manage API-based content.

Features

  • API Integration: Pulls data from a configured API URL, allowing for easy integration of external data sources into your Gatsby site.
  • Multiple Instances: Uses a custom name configuration, enabling multiple instances of the plugin to run simultaneously for different APIs.
  • JSON Download Option: Offers the ability to download JSON data to a configurable path, giving you flexibility in data handling.
  • Selective Data Download: Option to download only the JSON data without inserting it into GraphQL, which is useful for data analysis or pre-processing.
  • Simple Authentication: Supports basic authentication through Axios, making it easier to access secured APIs without complex setups.
  • GraphQL Accessibility: The data can be queried conveniently in GraphQL with the accessible fields available at allThirdPartyName or thirdPartyName.
  • Conflict Key Handling: Automatically transforms conflicting key names that may interfere with GraphQL’s reserved keys, ensuring smooth integration without errors.