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High-level Design of Uber

Learn the core workflow of a complex ride sharing application like Uber, detailing the steps from rider request to driver matching. Define the essential APIs required for real-time driver location updates, trip management, and successful high-level System Design.

Workflow of our application

Before designing the architecture, let’s outline the application workflow:

  1. When the rider opens the application, they see all nearby available drivers.

  2. The rider enters a destination and requests a ride.

  3. The system receives the request and searches for a suitable driver.

  4. The rider’s status remains “Waiting for driver” ...