Q&A: What technical skills do I need to be a product manager?

I’m asked questions about product management from time to time. Here’s one I’ve answered recently:

Hi Jock,

I saw you speak recently and I read about your work. I was looking for inspiration and guidance as I am searching for a career change and Product Management/ Project Management are my areas of interest.

I was looking to understand, based on your experience, if in such roles technical skills are required. My profile is more on the business side, I have experience in managing transform...