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Technical PM Jargons Every Aspiring Product Manager Should Know
Here is a short list of Product Management jargons you should know if you're an Aspiring PM.
As an aspiring product manager, it's crucial to understand the industry lingo and technical jargon. Here's a list of 15 specialized PM keywords you should know:
- A/B Testing: A method of comparing two versions of a product to determine which one performs better in terms of user engagement, conversion rates, etc.
- Agile: A project management approach that prioritizes flexibility and adaptability in response to changing requirements and feedback.
- Alpha/Beta Release: The pre-release stage of a product during which early versions are made available to a limited group of users for testing and feedback.
- API (Application Programming Interface): A set of protocols and tools for building software applications that allow data and functionality to be shared between different applications.
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- Backlog: A prioritized list of work items, such as features or bug fixes, that need to be completed.
- Git: A distributed version control system for managing and tracking changes in software source code.
- Jira: A popular tool for tracking and managing software development projects, often used in conjunction with Agile methodologies.
- MVP (Minimum Viable Product): The minimum set of features that a product needs to be considered a viable product for early adopters.
- Release Management: The process of planning, coordinating, and executing software releases.
- Roadmap: A high-level view of the product's planned development trajectory over time.
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- Scrum: A specific type of Agile methodology that uses short sprints to deliver usable portions of a product quickly.
- Sprint: A time-boxed period of development in Scrum during which a specific set of work is completed.
- Usability Testing: The process of evaluating a product by testing it with real users to identify areas for improvement.
- User Stories: Short descriptions of a feature or functionality the end user wants to see in a product.
- Wireframes: Simple sketches or diagrams used to plan and visualize the layout of a product's user interface.
Last thoughts
By familiarizing yourself with this technical PM jargon, you'll be able to communicate more effectively with developers and stakeholders and have a deeper understanding of the product development process.
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