Understanding Your Product from Pluralsight

This course will teach you all the tools, techniques, and the required mindset to analyze and communicate all aspects regarding the product you are developing.

As product owners, we are the link between the business and the development organization, and this role requires us to know every aspect of our product inside-out. In this course, Understanding Your Product, you will learn all the required skills to analyze and communicate all aspects regarding the product you are developing. First, you will look at the agile mindset that is required to make an objective analysis of all facets of your product. Second, you will focus on identifying and managing stakeholders. Finally, you will explore how to identify value and effectively communicate that with stakeholders of the product. By the end of this course, you will have the skills and knowledge to identify and analyze all aspects of your product, which are some of the core skills of an effective product owner.

This course is designed for anyone who is looking to improve their knowledge and skills to identify all relevant aspects of product development with their team or teams.

Objective analysis is the process of interpolating data from irregularly spaced locations to a fixed grid. In addition to simply gridding unevenly-spaced data, objective analysis can filter data.

Stakeholder management is the process of maintaining good relationships with the people who have most impact on your work. Communicating with each one in the right way can play a vital part in keeping them "on board.”

Stakeholder identification is a continuous process during the entire project life cycle. Identifying them, understanding their level of effect on a project, and satisfying their demands, needs, and expectations is essential for the success of the project.

Product development is the complete process of delivering a new product or improving an existing one for customers. Every stage of product development requires a strategy to be successful and generate revenue for a business.

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Syllabus

Course Overview

Getting in the Right Mindset to Understand Your Product

Identifying and Managing Your Stakeholders

Determining Product Context and Scope

Guiding the Value Discovery Process

Including Risk and Quality as Part of the Value Proposition

Roadmapping the Solution Value

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Know what's good

, what to watch for

, and possible dealbreakers

Teaches core skills and knowledge for product owners, including objective analysis and stakeholder management

Taught by Tommy van Schaik, who are recognized for their work in product development

Develops the required mindset to analyze and communicate all aspects regarding the product under development

Examines stakeholder management, which is a critical skill for effective product development

Covers risk and quality as part of the value proposition, which are key considerations for product owners

Requires learners to come in with some understanding of product development principles

Activities

Be better prepared before your course. Deepen your understanding during and after it. Supplement your coursework and achieve mastery of the topics covered in Understanding Your Product with these activities:

Objective analysis and interpolation

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Get a head start on learning objective analysis interpolation, which is one of the basic aspects of development and an important topic covered in this course.

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Review the interpolation techniques notes
Practice linear interpolation problems
Do some cubic spline interpolation exercises
Work through a kriging interpolation example

Review Agile Principles

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Improves understanding of the agile mindset required for objective analysis.

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Review core Agile principles and values.
Identify key Agile practices and techniques.
Apply these principles and practices to a scenario.

Stakeholder Mapping Exercise

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Provides hands-on experience in identifying and mapping stakeholders.

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Identify different types of stakeholders.
Assess their interests and influence.
Develop strategies for managing key stakeholders.

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Course Notes Organization and Analysis

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Stay organized and extract key insights from the course materials.

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Set up a system for note-taking during live sessions and while reviewing course materials.
Identify and highlight important concepts, definitions, and examples.
Summarize key takeaways and insights from each module or chapter.

Stakeholder Management Best Practices

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Learn effective stakeholder management strategies and techniques.

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Explore online tutorials and resources on stakeholder identification and engagement.
Identify different types of stakeholders and their potential impact on product development.
Develop strategies for communicating with and managing stakeholders effectively.

Peer Mentoring and Knowledge Sharing

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Enhance your understanding by assisting and learning from others.

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Volunteer to mentor fellow students who may need support in the course.
Review course materials and prepare to answer questions or provide guidance.
Engage in discussions and knowledge-sharing sessions with peers.

Value Proposition Analysis Exercises

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Develop your ability to identify and analyze value propositions for products.

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Identify real-world examples of products or services.
Break down each example into its core value proposition.
Analyze the target audience, benefits, and competitive advantage of each value proposition.

Product Vision and Strategy Discussions

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Engage in discussions with peers to refine your understanding of product vision and strategy.

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Join or form a study group with fellow course participants.
Facilitate discussions on topics related to product vision, roadmap, and market analysis.
Share insights, perspectives, and best practices with each other.

How to Conduct a Value Discovery Session

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Enhances skills in guiding value discussions and identifying customer needs.

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Learn the steps of a value discovery session.
Practice facilitating group discussions.

Agile and Scrum for Product Owners

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Attend a workshop to gain practical experience with agile and scrum methodologies.

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Identify local or online workshops focused on agile and scrum for product owners.
Register for and attend the workshop.
Actively participate in hands-on exercises and discussions.

Product Roadmap for a New Feature

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Provides practical experience in creating a comprehensive product roadmap.

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Define the scope and objectives of the new feature.
Identify dependencies and risks.
Create a timeline for development and release.

Product Pitch Competition

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Put your product development skills to the test in a competitive environment.

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Identify or organize a product pitch competition relevant to the course concepts.
Develop a compelling product concept and value proposition.
Create a concise and impactful presentation to pitch your product.

Career center

Learners who complete Understanding Your Product will develop knowledge and skills that may be useful to these careers:

Product Owner

Product Owners are responsible for defining the vision and roadmap for a product. They work closely with stakeholders to gather requirements, prioritize features, and ensure that the product meets the needs of the market. This course can help Product Owners develop the skills and knowledge they need to be successful in their role. It will teach them how to identify and manage stakeholders, determine product context and scope, guide the value discovery process, and roadmap the solution value.

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Product Manager

Product Managers are responsible for the overall success of a product. They work with stakeholders to define the product vision, develop the product roadmap, and manage the product lifecycle. This course can help Product Managers develop the skills and knowledge they need to be successful in their role. It will teach them how to identify and manage stakeholders, determine product context and scope, guide the value discovery process, and roadmap the solution value.

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Business Analyst

Business Analysts work with stakeholders to gather requirements, analyze data, and identify opportunities for improvement. This course can help Business Analysts develop the skills and knowledge they need to be successful in their role. It will teach them how to identify and manage stakeholders, determine product context and scope, guide the value discovery process, and roadmap the solution value.

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Project Manager

Project Managers are responsible for planning, executing, and closing projects. They work with stakeholders to define project scope, develop project plans, and manage project risks. This course can help Project Managers develop the skills and knowledge they need to be successful in their role. It will teach them how to identify and manage stakeholders, determine product context and scope, guide the value discovery process, and roadmap the solution value.

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Data Analyst

Data Analysts collect, analyze, and interpret data to identify trends and patterns. They work with stakeholders to develop data analysis plans, execute data analyses, and present findings. This course can help Data Analysts develop the skills and knowledge they need to be successful in their role. It will teach them how to identify and manage stakeholders, determine product context and scope, guide the value discovery process, and roadmap the solution value.

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Technical Writer

Technical Writers create documentation for products and services. They work with stakeholders to gather requirements, develop content, and ensure that documentation is clear and concise. This course can help Technical Writers develop the skills and knowledge they need to be successful in their role. It will teach them how to identify and manage stakeholders, determine product context and scope, guide the value discovery process, and roadmap the solution value.

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User Experience Designer

User Experience Designers design the user interface and user experience for products and services. They work with stakeholders to gather requirements, develop user experience prototypes, and test user experience designs. This course can help User Experience Designers develop the skills and knowledge they need to be successful in their role. It will teach them how to identify and manage stakeholders, determine product context and scope, guide the value discovery process, and roadmap the solution value.

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Software Engineer

Software Engineers design, develop, and maintain software applications. They work with stakeholders to gather requirements, develop software solutions, and test software products. This course can help Software Engineers develop the skills and knowledge they need to be successful in their role. It will teach them how to identify and manage stakeholders, determine product context and scope, guide the value discovery process, and roadmap the solution value.

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Quality Assurance Analyst

Quality Assurance Analysts test software products to ensure that they meet requirements and are free of defects. They work with stakeholders to develop test plans, execute tests, and report defects. This course can help Quality Assurance Analysts develop the skills and knowledge they need to be successful in their role. It will teach them how to identify and manage stakeholders, determine product context and scope, guide the value discovery process, and roadmap the solution value.

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Consultant

Consultants provide advice and guidance to clients on a variety of topics. They work with stakeholders to identify problems, develop solutions, and implement change. This course can help Consultants develop the skills and knowledge they need to be successful in their role. It will teach them how to identify and manage stakeholders, determine product context and scope, guide the value discovery process, and roadmap the solution value.

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Sales Manager

Sales Managers lead sales teams to achieve sales goals. They work with stakeholders to develop sales strategies, motivate sales teams, and close deals. This course can help Sales Managers develop the skills and knowledge they need to be successful in their role. It will teach them how to identify and manage stakeholders, determine product context and scope, guide the value discovery process, and roadmap the solution value.

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Marketing Manager

Marketing Managers develop and execute marketing campaigns to promote products and services. They work with stakeholders to define marketing goals, develop marketing strategies, and measure marketing results. This course can help Marketing Managers develop the skills and knowledge they need to be successful in their role. It will teach them how to identify and manage stakeholders, determine product context and scope, guide the value discovery process, and roadmap the solution value.

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Customer Success Manager

Customer Success Managers ensure that customers are satisfied with products and services. They work with stakeholders to identify customer needs, resolve customer issues, and build customer relationships. This course can help Customer Success Managers develop the skills and knowledge they need to be successful in their role. It will teach them how to identify and manage stakeholders, determine product context and scope, guide the value discovery process, and roadmap the solution value.

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Account Manager

Account Managers manage relationships with customers. They work with stakeholders to identify customer needs, develop customer solutions, and close deals. This course can help Account Managers develop the skills and knowledge they need to be successful in their role. It will teach them how to identify and manage stakeholders, determine product context and scope, guide the value discovery process, and roadmap the solution value.

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Trainer

Trainers develop and deliver training programs to employees. They work with stakeholders to identify training needs, develop training content, and evaluate training results. This course can help Trainers develop the skills and knowledge they need to be successful in their role. It will teach them how to identify and manage stakeholders, determine product context and scope, guide the value discovery process, and roadmap the solution value.

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