The Complete Product Management Fundamentals

The Complete Product Management Fundamentals

by YESI EDUCATION
Released November 2021
Publisher(s): Packt Publishing
ISBN: 9781803235646

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Video description

Welcome to our comprehensive course, where we unravel the multifaceted world of product management. This course is your gateway to mastering the intricacies of product development, Agile methodologies, and essential project management tools.

We begin by exploring the fundamentals of product management, dissecting the core concepts of products and the pivotal role of a product manager. We demystify the realm of Agile methodologies, unraveling its history, diverse methodologies such as Scrum and Lean, and the principles that bind them together. Gain practical insights into Agile roles, concepts, artifacts, and rituals, empowering you to navigate the dynamic landscape of modern project management.

A significant portion of our course is dedicated to hands-on experience with pivotal project management tools. Dive into Trello, Jira, Microsoft Teams, and Planner, and harness the power of ChatGPT for seamless collaboration, task management, and AI-driven productivity. Acquire the skills to set up boards, manage tasks, conduct real-time meetings, and generate insightful reports, transforming your approach to project execution.

By the end of this course, you will be equipped with a profound understanding of product management fundamentals, agile methodologies, and the practical expertise to wield essential project management tools effectively.

What you will learn

  • Understand and implement Agile methodologies effectively
  • Learn to create, manage, and optimize products
  • Learn to create, organize, and lead digital teams using Microsoft Teams
  • Understand how to organize and prioritize tasks using Jira
  • Understand how to manage tasks using Trello cards
  • Create content, emails, summaries, and interview prep using ChatGPT
  • Learn the art of planning tasks and projects using Microsoft Planner

Audience

This course caters to a diverse audience, from aspiring product managers eager to kickstart their careers to seasoned professionals seeking to sharpen their skills. If you aspire to lead product development, excel in Agile methodologies, and harness indispensable project management tools, this course is designed for you. While no prior experience is necessary, a passion for product management and a willingness to learn are essential.

About the Author

YESI EDUCATION:

Mauricio Rubio Parra is an Agile Guru and the founder of YESI EDUCATION. In a nutshell, he is a serial entrepreneur, techie, life hacker, expert PM, and MBA (x2), but at heart, he is also an educator.

YESI EDUCATION is a global online education business with over 100 products that reach more than half a million students in over 200 countries. Their portfolio of products includes online courses, eBooks, audiobooks, newsletters, apps, podcasts, and other educational resources such as templates. YESI is formally incorporated and headquartered in Sydney, Australia and has three main divisions: education, property and invest.

YESI, founded in 2016, has a strong focus on passive income generation and wealth creation. The company constantly explores new revenue streams, disruptive and innovative technologies as well as investment opportunities and new products within its three divisions.

Table of contents

  1. Chapter 1 : Getting Started with Product Management
    1. Welcome to Product Management
    2. Introduction to Product Management
    3. What Is a Product?
  2. Chapter 2 : The Basics
    1. The Role of a Product Manager Part 1
    2. The Role of a Product Manager Part 2
    3. Product Management Versus Project Management
  3. Chapter 3 : Agile Essentials for Product Managers
    1. What Is Agile?
    2. Why Go Agile?
    3. How It All Began -The History of Agile
    4. The Different Agile Methodologies
    5. Agile Principles
    6. The Agile Culture
    7. The Agile Roles
    8. Agile Concepts
    9. Agile Artifacts
    10. Agile Rituals
    11. Agile Tools
    12. Agile Versus Waterfall
    13. Agile FAQs
    14. Agile Myths
    15. The Agile Knowledge Base
    16. Case Study: Agile in HealthCare and Supply Chain | Agile Interview
    17. Real-World Example of an Agile Kanban Board in Trello
  4. Chapter 4 : Practical Applications
    1. Metrics and Analytics in Product Management
    2. Road Mapping in Product Management
    3. A Real-World Example of a Product Roadmap in Trello
    4. A Real-World Example of a Product Roadmap in Jira
  5. Chapter 5 : Design in Product Management
    1. Wireframes in Product Management
  6. Chapter 6 : Testing
    1. A/B Testing in Product Management
  7. Chapter 7 : Helpful Project Management Tool - Trello - Agile Project Management - Online Collaboration
    1. Welcome to Trello Fundamentals
    2. Introduction to Trello
    3. Initial Trello Tour
    4. Setting Up a Trello Board
    5. Using Cards on Trello Part 1
    6. Using Cards on Trello Part 2
    7. Using Cards on Trello Part 3
    8. Case Study: A Neo Bank Using Trello for Their Roadmap
    9. Real-World Example of an Agile Kanban Board in Trello
  8. Chapter 8 : Helpful Project Management Tool - Jira from Atlassian - Managing and Working on Agile Scrum Projects
    1. Introduction to Jira from Atlassian; Agile Project Management Tool
    2. Initial Jira Tour
    3. Components in Jira Part 1
    4. Components in Jira Part 2
    5. Scrum Boards in Jira
    6. Reports in Jira and the Burndown Chart
    7. The Product Backlog in Jira Also Known as the Backlog or the Jira Backlog
    8. Roadmapping in Jira
  9. Chapter 9 : Helpful Project Management Tool - Microsoft Teams - Digital Teamwork and Collaboration
    1. Introduction
    2. What Is Microsoft Teams?
    3. Free Microsoft Teams Resources and the Microsoft Teams App Part 1
    4. Free Microsoft Teams Resources and the Microsoft Teams App Part 2
    5. Teams Demo from Microsoft
    6. Initial Tour of Microsoft Teams
    7. Create and Manage Teams in Microsoft Teams
    8. Create and Manage Channels in Microsoft Teams
    9. Chatting in Microsoft Teams
    10. Everything Else You Should Know about Teams
    11. A Real-World Video Conference Call in Microsoft Teams
  10. Chapter 10 : Helpful Project Management Tool - Microsoft Planner - Task Planning and Task Coordination
    1. Introduction
    2. Why Use Microsoft Planner?
    3. The Official Planner Website
    4. Initial Tour of Microsoft Planner
    5. How to Access and Use Support Documentation for Microsoft Planner
    6. Providing Feedback on Microsoft Planner
    7. A Real-World Example of Planner in Action
  11. Chapter 11 : Helpful Project Management Tool - ChatGPT - Essentials and Prompts
    1. Welcome to ChatGPT
    2. Introduction to ChatGPT
    3. Getting Started with ChatGPT
    4. Initial Tour of ChatGPT
    5. ChatGPT Versus ChatGPT Plus and Why ChatGPT Is Superior and the Recommended Choice
    6. ChatGPT Prompts Part 1
    7. ChatGPT Prompts Part 2
    8. Using ChatGPT to Generate Book Summaries
    9. Using ChatGPT to Write an Email Requesting Annual Leave
    10. Using ChatGPT to Create a Podcast Name and Description
    11. Using ChatGPT to Prepare for a Project Manager Interview
  12. Chapter 12 : Wrap Up
    1. Job Opportunities and Salaries for Product Managers

Product information

  • Title: The Complete Product Management Fundamentals
  • Author(s): YESI EDUCATION
  • Release date: November 2021
  • Publisher(s): Packt Publishing
  • ISBN: 9781803235646