u/Low-Environment-9156

Hi everyone! I'm currently a Software Engineer with a few years of experience, and I'm serious about transitioning into Product Management. I've completed a few certifications so far, but I'm feeling a bit stuck on a few things and would love the community's perspective:

• Preparation structure – How did you organize your prep for PM roles?
• Courses & resources – Which ones actually added real value versus just being "nice to have"?
• Skill-building – What areas (product sense, analytics, stakeholder management, etc.) should I prioritize coming from an engineering background?

I'd especially appreciate insights from:

• Folks who've made the SDE → PM transition and what worked (or didn't)
• Current PMs on what they look for in candidates making this pivot
• Recommendations for books, courses, or communities that genuinely helped you

Any general guidance on leveraging a strong engineering background to move into PM would be incredibly valuable. Thanks so much in advance!