API Documentation

FastRide API Documentation Template

Overview

The FastRide API is designed to integrate ride booking capabilities into various applications. It aims to simplify the process of scheduling, managing, and tracking rides for users. This documentation provides an in-depth guide on how to utilize the API effectively.

API Purpose

• Ride Booking: Allow users to book rides efficiently.
• Ride Management: Enable users to update or cancel their bookings seamlessly.
• Tracking: Offer real-time tracking of rides for transparency.
• User Management: Manage user information related to rides.

Core Functionalities

• Create Bookings: Users can create new ride bookings by providing necessary details such as pickup location, drop-off location, and time.
• View Bookings: Retrieve details of existing bookings.
• Update Bookings: Modify the details of scheduled rides.
• Delete Bookings: Cancel existing bookings.
• Real-Time Tracking: Track the status and location of the ride in real-time.

Architecture Overview

The FastRide API is built using RESTful principles, ensuring that it is stateless and easy to use. The architecture is designed for scalability, handling a large number of concurrent requests with minimal latency. Core components include the ride management module, user management module, and tracking module. The API relies on microservices and is deployed on a cloud-based infrastructure to ensure high availability and reliability.

API Authentication

Security is paramount for our API. Authentication is required for all endpoints to ensure secure and authorized access.

Authentication Methods

• API Key: Every request must include an 'api_key' in the header.

Example:

GET /bookings HTTP/1.1
Host: api.fastride.com
api_key: your_api_key

Token Management

• Obtain API Key: API keys can be generated from the developer dashboard.
• Key Expiration: API keys do not expire but can be regenerated if compromised.
• Storage Best Practices: Store API keys securely and avoid hardcoding them in your application.

Common Issues and Troubleshooting

• Invalid API Key: Ensure you are using the correct key.
• Expired API Key: Check key validity or regenerate if necessary.
• Rate Limits: Ensure your requests do not exceed the rate limits.

For additional help, refer to our Authentication Troubleshooting Guide.

Error Messages

This section details the error messages you can encounter while using the API, helping to troubleshoot and resolve issues effectively.

Error Code List

| Error Code | Message | Description | |------------|----------------|------------------------------------------------------------------| | 400 | Bad Request | The request could not be understood by the server. | | 401 | Unauthorized | Authentication failed or user does not have permissions. | | 403 | Forbidden | The server understood the request, but refuses to authorize it. | | 404 | Not Found | The requested resource could not be found. | | 500 | Server Error | An error occurred on the server. |

Troubleshooting Guide

• 400 Bad Request: Ensure your request syntax is correct and all required parameters are included.
• 401 Unauthorized: Validate your API key and user permissions.
• 403 Forbidden: Confirm that your API key has the necessary access rights.
• 404 Not Found: Verify the endpoint and resource existence.
• 500 Server Error: Contact support if the issue persists.

Support and Resources

• Developer Documentation
• Community Forums
• Contact Support

API Endpoints and Operations

Below are detailed descriptions of the API endpoints, methods, required parameters, and examples of their usage.

GET /bookings/{id}

Retrieve the details of a specific booking by its ID.

• Required Parameters: id - Unique identifier for the booking.
• Example Request:

GET /bookings/1234 HTTP/1.1
Host: api.fastride.com
api_key: your_api_key

• Example Response:

HTTP/1.1 200 OK
{
    "booking_id": 1234,
    "user_id": "abcd",
    "ride_details": {...}
}

POST /bookings

Create a new booking.

• Required Parameters: user_id, ride_details
• Example Request:

POST /bookings HTTP/1.1
Host: api.fastride.com
api_key: your_api_key
Content-Type: application/json

{
    "user_id": "abcd",
    "ride_details": {
        "pickup": "Location A",
        "drop_off": "Location B",
        "time": "2023-11-25T15:30:00Z"
    }
}

• Example Response:

HTTP/1.1 201 Created
{
    "booking_id": 1234
}

PUT /bookings/{id}

Update an existing booking.

• Required Parameters: id, ride_details
• Example Request:

PUT /bookings/1234 HTTP/1.1
Host: api.fastride.com
api_key: your_api_key
Content-Type: application/json

{
    "ride_details": {
        "pickup": "Location A",
        "drop_off": "Location C",
        "time": "2023-11-25T16:00:00Z"
    }
}

• Example Response:

HTTP/1.1 200 OK
{
    "booking_id": 1234,
    "user_id": "abcd",
    "ride_details": {
        "pickup": "Location A",
        "drop_off": "Location C",
        "time": "2023-11-25T16:00:00Z"
    }
}

DELETE /bookings/{id}

Delete an existing booking.

• Required Parameters: id
• Example Request:

DELETE /bookings/1234 HTTP/1.1
Host: api.fastride.com
api_key: your_api_key

• Example Response:

HTTP/1.1 200 OK
{
    "message": "Booking deleted successfully."
}