The document provides an introduction to basic Twitter functions including how to mention and direct message other users, how hashtags and retweets work, and tips for using URL shorteners. It also lists several third-party tools for analyzing Twitter stats, followers, influence, and finding inactive friends.

1. Twitter 101

2. The Basics

4. Bit.ly Use shrink tools such as bit.ly for long URLs

5. @ For mentions and replies @username + your message

6. # The Hashtag - helps you group and filter all discussions relevant to a specific event

7. RT Repeating someone else’s tweet to amplify its effect, to give them credit use: RT @username = “I respect you and your message”

8. D Sends someone a private message D username + your message

9. via Retweet via @OriginalPosterName RT @first via @last

10. Link to a Tweet?

11. The Tools

12. ttfratio.comFind your Twitter follow ratio

13. twitoria.comFind friends who haven’t tweeted in a long time

14. tweetstats.comGraph your Twitter stats.

15. tweetstats.comGraph your Twitter stats.

16. twitalyzer.comWhat Influencer type are you?

17. friendorfollow.comWho is not following you back?

18. twittergrader.comHow influential are you on Twitter?

19. tweetvalue.comHow much is your profile worth?

20. @ahussam