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Setup Prisma

Create New DB

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Build a GraphQL Server with Prisma

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Build a Realtime GraphQL Server with Subscriptions

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Access Prisma from Scripts

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Introduction

What is Prisma GraphQL Server Development Architecture

Service Configuration

prisma.yml

Overview & Example YAML Structure

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Quickstart

Follow the instructions to get started quickly, pick a tutorial to setup a Prisma service with your preferred database or use a bootstrap an entire GraphQL server based on Prisma and Prisma bindings.

Deploy to a Demo Server Use Your Own Database

Install the Prisma CLI:
```
npm install -g prisma 
```
Create a new service:
```
prisma init hello-world 
```
1. Select the Demo server (or set up a Prisma server with your own DB)
2. When the browser opens, register with Prisma Cloud and go back to your terminal
3. Select the region for your demo server
4. Use the suggested values for service and stage by hitting Enter twice
Navigate into the new directory:
```
cd hello-world 
```
Deploy your service:
```
prisma deploy 
```

Open the GraphQL API to send queries and mutations:

prisma playground

Create new User

Query all Users

Filter for Users

Mutation

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# Create a new user
mutation {
  createUser(data: {
    name: "Alice"
  }) {
    id
  }
}

Optional: Update
```
datamodel.graphql
```
and run
```
prisma deploy 
```
again to update your schema.

Next Steps

Build a GraphQL Server