Front-End Web and Mobile
RecognitionAWS AppSync
Managed GraphQL APIs with real-time and offline-capable application data features.
Key points
- It fits GraphQL and managed subscription requirements rather than general HTTP load balancing.
Best-known use cases
- Expose a GraphQL API to web or mobile clients.
What candidates often confuse it with
- AppSync is GraphQL-focused; API Gateway manages REST, HTTP, and WebSocket APIs.
Key takeaway
Choose AppSync when GraphQL and managed real-time data access are explicit.
Related services
- Amazon API Gateway
- AWS Amplify
Relevant exam tasks
- D2.1