# Learn more

#### **What is a Product in the context of Social Impact?**

A product is not just a physical item; it can be a solution, service, or experience that addresses a need or a problem. In the context of social impact, products aim to create positive change, improve lives, and solve societal challenges.

***Case study***

* [How Rocket Learning is using WhatsApp to End Learning Poverty](https://www.rocketlearning.org/post/how-rocket-learning-is-using-whatsapp-to-end-learning-poverty)
* [Revolutionizing Livelihoods: A Model for Supporting Bangalore’s Ironing Vendors](https://medium.com/@Udhyam/revolutionizing-livelihoods-a-model-for-supporting-bangalores-ironing-vendors-fe6cb7e470a0)

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**What is Product Management?**

Product management is a holistic approach to developing, launching, and managing products. It involves understanding user needs, creating solutions, and ensuring products meet strategic goals.

***Resources***

* \[Article] [What is Product Management?](https://www.productplan.com/learn/what-is-product-management/) by ProductPlan
* \[Video] [Michael Seibel - Building Product](https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=C27RVio2rOs) by Y-Combinator

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* **Fundamentals**

  * Roles and Responsibilities of a Product Manager
  * Product Life Cycle
  * Product Roadmap

* **User-Centric Development**

  * User Research
  * Creating Prototype / Wireframe
  * User Experience and Design
  * Piloting and Testing
  * Minimum Viable Product (MVP)

* **Strategic Considerations**

  * Product Strategy
  * Metrics and Analytics

* **Go-to-Market and Success**
  * Product Marketing
  * Stakeholder Management

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