NEWSLETTER Aug 5, 2022
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This week's tech spotlight:
![Twitter Status feature is being tested](https://www.bandofcoders.com/hubfs/BandofCoders_CTA9/images/1.jpg)
Status messages function similarly to hashtags. By tapping or clicking on a status, you can see other tweets that used the same status.
![Uber will let drivers know how much they will make when receiving a request](https://www.bandofcoders.com/hubfs/BandofCoders_CTA9/images/2-jpg.webp)
Before accepting a ride request, drivers will be able to check the amount they could earn and the location where they will drop off their passengers.
![TikTok added mini-games into its app](https://www.bandofcoders.com/hubfs/BandofCoders_CTA9/images/3.jpg)
This initiative has nine games available by tapping the link under the account's username when a video plays.
![YouTube has added a new short-form video option](https://www.bandofcoders.com/hubfs/BandofCoders_CTA9/images/4-jpg.webp)
Creators will be able to convert long-form segments into minute-long short versions through the new feature.
Our perspective:
![Why is software testing so important? Here are 5 reasons:](https://www.bandofcoders.com/hubfs/BandofCoders_CTA9/images/Blog_-software-testing_742x350-min-1-jpg.webp)
Software testing helps you determine whether your product is successful, free of bugs, and ready to roll out. Software testing may seem like a hassle, but if you want to create a successful product, you can’t afford to skip this stage in the process...