How to set up a GraphQL API using Serverless and React

The article provides a comprehensive guide on setting up a serverless architecture using the Serverless Framework, focusing on creating a GraphQL to-do API with AWS services such as Lambda, DynamoDB, and AppSync. It begins with an introduction to serverless architecture, which leverages "Backend as a Service" (BaaS) and "Functions as a Service" (FaaS) for application design. The tutorial walks through the setup of necessary tools and configurations, including the Serverless Framework CLI, AWS CLI, and IAM roles, followed by creating a new serverless project. It details the core concepts of the Serverless Framework, such as functions, events, resources, services, and plugins, and explains how to deploy applications to AWS. The article covers creating and deploying an AppSync API and a DynamoDB table, along with mapping templates for handling GraphQL queries and mutations. Besides backend setup, it also introduces building a simple frontend application using React and Apollo Client for interacting with the API. The tutorial aims to provide an all-in-one resource for developers looking to implement serverless architecture with AWS and GraphQL.