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Gatsby Source Graphcms

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Updated: 28 Jul 2022
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The official Gatsby source plugin for GraphCMS projects

Overview

The gatsby-source-graphcms plugin is designed to enable developers to easily source data from a GraphCMS project into a Gatsby site. This plugin helps streamline the process of integrating GraphCMS content into Gatsby projects, allowing for efficient content management and dynamic site generation.

Features

  • Simple Integration: Easily connect your GraphCMS project to your Gatsby site.
  • Efficient Data Sourcing: Retrieve data from GraphCMS to display on your Gatsby site.
  • GraphQL Support: Utilize the power of GraphQL to query and retrieve data from GraphCMS.
  • Customizable Queries: Tailor data queries to suit your specific project requirements.

Installation

To install the gatsby-source-graphcms plugin, follow these steps:

  1. Install the plugin package via npm:

    npm install gatsby-source-graphcms
    
  2. Add the plugin configuration to your gatsby-config.js file:

    // In your gatsby-config.js
    module.exports = {
      plugins: [
        {
          resolve: `gatsby-source-graphcms`,
          options: {
            endpoint: `https://api.graphcms.com/simple/v1/your-project-id`,
            token: `your-auth-token`,
          },
        },
      ],
    }
    
  3. Be sure to replace your-project-id and your-auth-token with your actual project ID and authentication token provided by GraphCMS.

Summary

The gatsby-source-graphcms plugin offers a straightforward solution for developers seeking to incorporate GraphCMS data into their Gatsby projects. With features like GraphQL support, customizable queries, and easy integration, this plugin enhances the efficiency and flexibility of content management within Gatsby sites. By following the installation guide provided, developers can seamlessly integrate GraphCMS data into their Gatsby projects, ensuring a smooth workflow and dynamic content presentation.