MarvelQuery

Unleash the Power of the Marvel API with Type Safety and Flexibility.

This TypeScript library provides a robust and developer-friendly way to interact with the Marvel API. Built with a focus on type safety and flexibility, it empowers you to build reliable and maintainable applications that leverage the rich world of Marvel Comics.

Key Features:

• Unmatched Type Safety: Every data type and parameter is meticulously defined, preventing errors caused by typos or incorrect data structures. Zod validation further strengthens this foundation, ensuring data integrity throughout your application.
• Enhanced Developer Experience:
  • Intelligent Autocompletion: Type definitions guide your IDE, suggesting relevant options and data types as you code, streamlining development.
  • Catch Errors Early: Invalid queries are identified during development, providing specific error messages to pinpoint issues quickly.
• Flexible Configuration:
  • Global Parameters: Set default parameters that apply to all queries or all queries of a specific type (e.g., comics, characters).
  • Override with Ease: Override global defaults with specific values for individual queries, allowing for granular control.
  • Customizable Behavior: Define callbacks for request and response handling to tailor the library's behavior to your specific needs.
  • Swappable HTTP Client: Integrate seamlessly with your preferred HTTP client (e.g., Fetch, SuperAgent) by replacing the default implementation.

How it Works:

1. Initialization:
   • Set your Marvel API public and private keys using MarvelQuery.init.
   • Optionally configure global parameters, callbacks, and other settings.
2. Building a Query:
   • Use the createQuery function with an endpoint (e.g., characters) and optional parameters.
   • The library automatically validates the parameters against pre-defined types.
3. Fetching Data:
   • Call the fetch method on the MarvelQuery object.
   • It constructs the URL with authentication details and your parameters.
   • Zod ensures the response structure adheres to the expected schema.
4. Handling Results:
   • The fetch method returns a MarvelQueryResult object containing:
     • Fetched data (characters, comics, etc.)
     • Metadata about the request
     • Response data from the API
   • You can access individual results or the entire set.
5. Pagination:
   • The MarvelQueryResult object allows for effortless pagination. Simply call fetch again to retrieve subsequent pages of results.