Andrew Concepcion
[status: online]
[work] 2024-06-15 [10 min read]

Case Study: OWTO Ride-Hailing Platform

Leading full-stack mobile and backend delivery for a ride-hailing product focused on booking reliability and operational execution.

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OWTO ride-hailing app screenshot

Context

OWTO required dependable booking behavior in a highly dynamic transport environment. The scope covered native mobile apps and backend API support.

Stack

  • Kotlin + Swift client layers
  • Firebase operational integrations
  • Node.js + Postgres backend services
  • Uber RIB-inspired architecture patterns

Key Challenges

  • Real-time GPS updates under variable network quality
  • Payment integration reliability and failure handling

Contributions

  • Led cross-functional delivery across Android, iOS, and backend
  • Implemented booking-path improvements and algorithm refinements
  • Helped shape API contracts for app reliability

Outcome

Core booking and dispatch experiences became more predictable, and release management improved through tighter ownership boundaries.