Graphweaver

Self-Hosted

Open-source API composition and management platform

Overview

Graphweaver is an open-source API composition tool that unifies REST, GraphQL, and database sources into a single GraphQL API. It adds authentication, RBAC, and custom TypeScript logic to streamline API management. Deployable via Docker, Kubernetes, or cloud platforms, it integrates with existing systems to reduce API complexity and speed up development. Ideal for teams seeking full control over their API infrastructure with open-source flexibility.

Self-Hosting Resources

Find Official Image on Docker Hub View Source & Docs

Below is a reference structure for docker-compose.yml. ⚠️ Do NOT run blindly. Replace placeholders with official values.

docker-compose.template.yml TEMPLATE


version: '3'
services:
  graphweaver:
    image: <OFFICIAL_IMAGE_NAME>:latest
    container_name: graphweaver
    ports:
      - "8080:<APP_INTERNAL_PORT>"
    volumes:
      - ./data:/app/data
    restart: unless-stopped

Key Features

Unify REST, GraphQL, and database sources into a single GraphQL API
Built-in authentication and role-based access control (RBAC)
TypeScript support for custom resolvers and business logic

Frequently Asked Questions

? Is Graphweaver hard to install?

Graphweaver is easy to install via Docker (official image) or Node.js (cloning the GitHub repo). Production deployments support Kubernetes, with detailed docs guiding setup steps for all environments.

? Is it a good alternative to Apollo GraphOS?

Yes—Graphweaver offers similar API composition capabilities but is fully open-source and self-hosted, avoiding proprietary lock-in. It also natively supports TypeScript, aligning with modern development workflows.

? Is it completely free?

Graphweaver is 100% free under the MIT License. There are no paid tiers or hidden costs, making it suitable for personal and commercial projects alike.

Top Alternatives

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Tool Info

Pricing Free/Open Source

Category Software Development - API Management

Platform Self-Hosted

Pros

⊕ Privacy-focused self-hosted deployment
⊕ No subscription fees (open-source MIT License)

Cons

⊖ Requires basic TypeScript knowledge for advanced customization
⊖ Steeper learning curve for complex multi-source API compositions