One of the most exciting software development trends to take notice of is microservices. Microservices are a unique way to structure an application so that every feature and function is a separate component. With this structure, developers can scale specific features independently of one another. Plus, if one component fails, the rest of the application can continue functioning without any issues. 

Beyond performance, microservices make maintaining and managing software more manageable. In addition, developers can release parts of an application to the public while they continue to perfect other aspects of the software. Microservices increase development and deployment efficiency and enhance communication between components of an application.