GraphQLAPIsid
GraphQLAPIsid is a naming and governance approach for identifying GraphQL-based APIs within complex software ecosystems. It combines the GraphQL API surface with a standardized service identifier (SID) to enable consistent cataloging, discovery, and governance across teams and environments.
The core idea is that each GraphQL API is assigned a unique, stable SID that encodes contextual
Key components include a centralized registry or catalog that stores the SIDs along with metadata such as
Use cases include large organizations with many GraphQL services, multi-tenant deployments, and regulated environments requiring auditable
Compared with other approaches such as plain URL-based routing or OpenAPI-style identifiers, GraphQLAPIsid emphasizes stable identity,
Challenges involve governance overhead, the need for standardization across teams, potential duplication with existing naming practices,