What is a Product Manager?
Product Managers are responsible for the strategy, roadmap, and feature definition of a product. They work at the intersection of business, technology, and user experience to ensure the product delivers value to users and the business.
As a Product Manager, you will define product vision, conduct user research, prioritize features, work with engineering and design teams, and measure product success through data and user feedback.
Key Responsibilities
- Define product vision and strategy
- Conduct user research and market analysis
- Create and maintain the product roadmap
- Write requirements and user stories
- Prioritize features and manage backlog
- Collaborate with engineering, design, and stakeholders
- Analyze metrics and drive product improvements
Learning Roadmap
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Product Manager Salaries 2026
Associate PM (0-2 yrs)
$80K - $110K
$95K
PM (2-5 yrs)
$110K - $160K
$135K
Senior PM (5-8 yrs)
$160K - $220K
$185K
Director/GPM (8+ yrs)
$220K - $350K+
$270K
Associate PM (0-2 yrs)
₹10L - ₹18L
₹14L
PM (2-5 yrs)
₹18L - ₹35L
₹25L
Senior PM (5-8 yrs)
₹35L - ₹55L
₹45L
Director (8+ yrs)
₹55L - ₹1Cr+
₹70L
PM salaries at FAANG companies are significantly higher (often 50%+ more). Technical PM and AI PM roles command premium salaries. Stock compensation can significantly increase total compensation at tech companies.
Project Ideas
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Product Teardown
BeginnerAnalyze a popular product deeply
User Research Project
BeginnerConduct interviews and create personas
Feature Spec Document
IntermediateWrite a complete PRD for a new feature
Product Strategy Case
IntermediateDevelop strategy for a product problem
Metrics Dashboard
AdvancedDesign metrics framework and dashboard
Full Product Concept
AdvancedEnd-to-end product from idea to GTM