The Rideshare Collision Network
Complex Systems Architecture & Full-Stack Development
This showcase demonstrates sophisticated pre-AI era architecture and technical implementation of the RCN platform - a multi-tier web application built with manual development practices that successfully generated thousands in revenue before being discontinued due to COVID-19 market conditions.
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Project Overview
The Rideshare Collision Network (RCN) was a groundbreaking multi-platform web application designed to revolutionize how rideshare drivers connect with collision repair services. This complex ecosystem was built entirely through manual development practices - before AI-enhanced coding tools were available.
Built with modern web technologies of its era, every line of code was hand-crafted without AI assistance. The platform successfully connected rideshare drivers with a specialized network of body shops, generating thousands of dollars in leads for participating businesses - proving the effectiveness of skilled manual development.
While discontinued due to COVID-19 market conditions, this project represents the foundation of expertise that, when combined with today's AI-enhanced development tools, enables even more sophisticated and efficient solutions. This pre-AI achievement demonstrates the deep technical understanding that now powers AI-augmented development workflows.
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Integrated Platforms
50+
Database Tables
200+
PHP Files
Multi-Tier
Architecture
RCN Consumer Platform
Front-facing website for rideshare drivers to find collision repair services, submit estimates with photos and detailed descriptions, and connect with certified body shops.
Custom Body Shop Websites
Fully hosted custom websites for body shops with integrated estimation system, or embeddable widgets for existing websites - all connected to the centralized lead management engine.
Unified Management System
Shop managers could access leads from their own websites or the central RCN platform, with real-time communication tools and comprehensive tracking from inquiry to deal closure.
Integrated Workflow Architecture
🌐 Multi-Channel Lead Generation
Customers could submit estimate requests through individual body shop websites, embedded widgets, or the main RCN platform - all feeding into a centralized system.
💬 Interactive Communication
Real-time messaging between customers and shop managers with photo sharing, estimate discussions, and appointment scheduling capabilities.
📈 Performance Analytics
Owners could track manager response times, lead conversion rates, and analyze "CLOSE_DEAL" vs "LOST_DEAL" outcomes with detailed reasons for optimization.
Technology Stack
Built with modern, scalable technologies to handle complex business requirements
Backend & Architecture
Frontend & UI
Database & Storage
🏗️ Multi-Tier Architecture
Separate frontend, backend, and console applications following Yii2 Advanced Template structure
🔄 API-First Design
RESTful API architecture enabling seamless integration between platforms and future scalability
🎯 Staging & Quality Assurance
Comprehensive manual testing with dedicated staging deployments that exactly emulated each live site without impacting customers
System Architecture
Multi-tier application architecture designed for scalability and maintainability
Frontend Applications
🌐 Consumer Website
💼 Business Dashboard
📱 Responsive Design
Backend Services
🔗 RESTful APIs
🏗️ Business Logic
🔐 Authentication
Data Layer
🗄️ MySQL Database
📊 Data Models
🔄 Migrations
🎯 Separation of Concerns
Each tier handles specific responsibilities: presentation, business logic, and data persistence
🔄 API-Driven
RESTful API design enables platform independence and future mobile app development
📈 Scalable Design
Modular architecture allows independent scaling of different system components
Data Flow Example: Lead Generation
User Input
Rideshare driver submits estimate request through consumer website
API Processing
Backend validates data, applies business rules, and stores in database
Lead Distribution
System matches request with appropriate body shops and sends notifications
Management Dashboard
Body shop managers see new lead in their tracking dashboard
Technical Challenges Solved
Complex problems solved through pure developer expertise and manual architecture - before AI-assisted development
🏗️ Multi-Tenant Architecture
Designed and implemented separate applications for different user types (consumers, business users, administrators) while maintaining data consistency and shared business logic across all platforms.
🎯 Intelligent Lead Distribution
Created sophisticated algorithms to automatically match rideshare drivers with optimal body shops based on location, capacity, specialization, and historical performance metrics.
🔐 Granular Permission System
Implemented comprehensive Role-Based Access Control (RBAC) supporting multiple user hierarchies with granular permissions for different features and data access levels.
📊 Real-Time Analytics
Built comprehensive reporting and analytics system providing body shop owners with real-time insights into lead conversion, performance metrics, and ROI tracking.
🔄 Automated Workflow Management
Designed automated workflows for lead processing, customer follow-up, and business process automation to reduce manual overhead and improve response times.
🌐 Cross-Platform Integration
Seamlessly integrated three separate platforms with shared data models, consistent user experiences, and real-time synchronization across all applications.
Key Features & Technical Achievements
Complex business logic and user experience solutions
Online Estimation System
Advanced multi-step form system allowing rideshare drivers to submit detailed vehicle damage information and receive preliminary repair estimates from certified body shops.
Lead Generation & CRM System
Sophisticated lead generation engine with automated distribution to body shops based on location and capacity. Comprehensive CRM system tracking leads from initial contact through repair completion with automated follow-up workflows.
Geographic Matching
Location-based service matching algorithm connecting rideshare drivers with nearby certified body shops based on geographic proximity and service capabilities.
Analytics Dashboard
Business intelligence dashboard providing body shop owners with insights into lead conversion rates, customer satisfaction metrics, and revenue tracking.
Role-Based Access Control (RBAC)
Comprehensive authentication system with granular permissions supporting multiple user types: rideshare drivers, body shop managers, shop owners, and system administrators - each with specific access levels and capabilities.
Responsive Design
Mobile-first responsive design ensuring optimal user experience across all devices, from smartphones to desktop computers.
Technical Success & Business Impact
Generated in leads during operational period
Integrated platforms with seamless data flow
Custom-built solution with advanced features
Project discontinued due to market conditions
Key Features & Technical Achievements
Complex business logic and user experience solutions built with pre-AI manual development
Online Estimation System
Advanced multi-step form system allowing rideshare drivers to submit detailed vehicle damage information and receive preliminary repair estimates from certified body shops.
Lead Generation & CRM System
Sophisticated lead generation engine with automated distribution to body shops based on location and capacity. Comprehensive CRM system tracking leads from initial contact through repair completion.
Geographic Matching
Location-based service matching algorithm connecting rideshare drivers with nearby certified body shops based on geographic proximity and service capabilities.
Role-Based Access Control (RBAC)
Comprehensive authentication system with granular permissions supporting multiple user types: rideshare drivers, body shop managers, shop owners, and system administrators.
Pre-AI Technical Success & Business Impact
Revenue trajectory before COVID-19
Integrated platforms with seamless data flow
Database tables with complex relationships
Hand-crafted architecture without AI assistance
Ready to Build Something Complex?
This pre-AI project demonstrates the foundation of expertise that now powers AI-enhanced development. What once required months of manual architecture can now be delivered faster with AI-augmented workflows, while maintaining the same attention to complex business logic and scalable systems.