Clerk Hasura Starter

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Official starter repo for Clerk and Hasura

Overview

The Clerk Hasura Starter is an impressive example of how to authenticate your Hasura GraphQL service requests using Clerk as an authentication provider. This solution streamlines the process, allowing developers to leverage a secure JWT-based authentication method seamlessly integrated into Hasura's powerful GraphQL capabilities. By combining the strengths of Clerk and Hasura, you can ensure that your data remains secure while providing smooth and efficient access for your applications.

Whether you're a seasoned developer or just starting, the Clerk Hasura Starter walks you through the setup and implementation process. With clear instructions and a user-friendly approach, this integration enables you to focus more on building your application rather than worrying about authentication complexities.

Features

  • Easy Setup: Quickly authenticate your GraphQL requests with detailed instructions on generating a JWT token through Clerk.
  • Seamless Integration: Leverage Clerk’s capabilities to create a smooth authentication flow for Hasura, ensuring secure access to your API.
  • useQuery Hook: Utilize the built-in useQuery hook that simplifies data fetching while automatically including your Clerk-generated JWT in the Authorization header.
  • GraphQL Queries and Mutations: Easily perform queries and mutations with straightforward parameters, enhancing your development workflow.
  • Dev Environment Ready: Run the starter locally with minimal setup by configuring variables and installing necessary dependencies, allowing for rapid development.
  • Error Validation: Check the GraphQL schema directly to confirm successful integration and troubleshoot any authentication issues via browser console logs.
  • Community Support: Access help and support through the active Discord channel, fostering a collaborative environment for troubleshooting and sharing insights.
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Hasura is a GraphQL engine that provides instant, realtime GraphQL APIs over your databases. It offers built-in authorization, event triggers, and remote schemas to help developers build scalable GraphQL backends without writing any backend code.