System Design: Online Home Services Marketplace

Making Home Services Simple: A Deep Dive into System Design

Hafiq Iqmal
16 min readAug 19, 2024

Convenience is king right?. Whether it’s cleaning your home, fixing a broken pipe or capturing the perfect wedding photo, there’s an ever-growing demand for services that make life easier. This demand has given rise to online home services marketplaces — platforms that connect users with verified professionals who can get the job done.

In this article, we’ll break down the essential components of designing a system for connecting customers with service providers, whether it’s for a spring clean, a pipe repair or capturing the magic of a wedding day.

Disclaimer: The calculations and design presented in this article are estimations and provide a rough design for educational purposes. Actual requirements may vary based on specific use cases, user behavior and system optimizations. It is recommended to conduct detailed analysis and testing tailored to your specific project needs.

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Hafiq Iqmal

Technical Lead | Software Engineer | Laravel Enthusiasts | Tech writer | UiTM Alumni | Husband | Proud father of a beautiful daughter