RideSense
Platform for riders to share their routes, experiences and connect with other riders.
RideSense is a community-driven platform that enables motorcycle and bicycle enthusiasts to discover, share, and connect through their riding experiences. Launched in 2024, RideSense serves as a digital hub for riders of all levels to explore new routes, document their journeys, and build connections with fellow riding enthusiasts.
Features
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Route Discovery: Browse and filter through user-contributed riding routes based on difficulty, terrain, scenery, and distance.
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Experience Sharing: Document riding experiences with photos, videos, and detailed descriptions that capture the essence of each journey.
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Community Connection: Connect with other riders, follow their activities, and organize group rides through the platform.
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Performance Tracking: Monitor and analyze riding statistics including distance, elevation, speed, and more through integration with popular fitness trackers.
Technical Implementation
RideSense is built using a modern tech stack designed for performance and scalability:
- Frontend: Next.js with TypeScript and Tailwind CSS for responsive design
- Backend: Node.js with Express handling API requests and real-time connections
- Database: MongoDB for flexible data storage and retrieval
- Maps Integration: Leveraging Mapbox API for interactive route visualization and creation
- Media Storage: AWS S3 for efficient storage of user-uploaded photos and videos
Challenges
Real-time Location Tracking
Implementing efficient real-time location tracking for group rides while minimizing battery consumption on mobile devices was a significant challenge. The solution involved optimizing the polling frequency and implementing a smart tracking algorithm.
Route Visualization
Creating an intuitive interface for viewing and creating complex routes required careful consideration of user experience and performance. The implementation uses vector-based rendering with elevation data to provide rich, interactive maps.
Live: ridesense.vercel.app