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eBay backs WunderGraph to build an open source GraphQL federation
eBay has backed open-source startup WunderGraph with a $7.5 million investment to develop a GraphQL federation platform aimed at addressing API sprawl. As eBay's core design partner, WunderGraph aims to advance their product to better serve large enterprises, competing directly with proprietary solutions like Apollo by offering an open-source alternative.
Key points
- WunderGraph raised $7.5 million in Series A funding from investors including eBay Ventures.
- The investment will help enhance eBay's API ecosystem and improve product development efficiency.
- WunderGraph aims to build an open-source alternative to Apollo, which shifted to a proprietary model.
- The startup is focused on addressing API sprawl and creating a federated GraphQL solution.
- WunderGraph will use the funding to expand its workforce and improve its platform's tools for large enterprises.
Why it matters
- The rise of open-source alternatives in software is aligning with current IT trends that prioritize flexibility and control.
- Proprietary models have become less attractive for companies seeking cost-effective solutions.
- The emphasis on API management and federation reflects the broader shift towards microservices architecture in enterprise IT.
WunderGraph's funding from eBay marks a significant push towards a more open and flexible API ecosystem, addressing the limitations of proprietary frameworks and aligning with current IT trends favoring transparency and adaptability in technology.