AI PM Starter Kit: 8 Templates for Managing AI Features

Stop Guessing. Start Managing AI Features Like a Pro.

The complete toolkit for product managers building AI-powered products. 8 ready-to-use templates, frameworks, and checklists. No fluff. Just tools that work.

---

😰 The Problem You're Facing

You're building AI features, but:

❌ Spec'ing them like normal features (and it's not working)

❌ Testing without knowing what "good" means

❌ Engineers asking questions you can't answer

❌ Timelines constantly slipping

❌ Stakeholders confused about "why it's taking so long"

Sound familiar?

AI features are fundamentally different from normal software. You can't manage them the same way.

✅ What's Inside This Kit

📋 1. AI Feature Spec Template

Stop writing acceptance criteria for AI features. Use behavioral requirements, examples, and guardrails that actually work.

Format: Copy/paste markdown template

Use it: This week for your next AI feature

✅ 2. AI Testing Checklist

Comprehensive QA framework covering:

- Diversity testing (50+ varied inputs)

- Quality assessment (relevance, tone, accuracy)

- Failure mode testing (edge cases, adversarial inputs)

- Post-launch monitoring (what to track daily/weekly)

Format: 10-section interactive checklist

Use it: Before shipping any AI feature

📊 3. Timeline Estimation Calculator

Understand why AI features take 2-3x longer than normal features and how to plan accordingly.

Includes:

- Normal vs AI feature timelines

- Phase-by-phase breakdown

- Buffer recommendations

- Why AI is different

Format: Calculator + comparison tables

Use it: During sprint planning

🗣️ 4. Stakeholder Communication Templates

3 pre-written email templates for:

- Explaining AI timelines (when they ask "why so long?")

- Handling AI "bugs" (hallucinations aren't normal bugs)

- Setting launch expectations (managing the "it's not perfect" conversation)

Format: Copy/paste email templates

Use it: Copy, customize, send (saves hours)

🧠 5. Prompt Engineering Guide for PMs

Non-technical guide to writing effective prompts. No PhD required.

Includes:

- The prompt formula (Role + Task + Context + Format + Constraints)

- Common prompt patterns

- Iteration process

- Real examples (good vs bad prompts)

Format: Step-by-step guide

Use it: When working with AI features

🌳 6. Hybrid Architecture Decision Tree

Visual framework for deciding when to use AI vs normal software for each feature.

Includes:

- Decision flowchart

- Quick reference guide

- Real examples (when to use what)

Format: Flowchart + guidelines

Use it: During product planning

📈 7. Success Metrics Framework

What to actually measure for AI features:

- Engagement metrics (usage, frequency)

- Quality metrics (feedback, regeneration rate)

- Behavioral metrics (relevance, tone, safety)

- Business metrics (conversion, retention, NPS)

- Technical metrics (latency, error rate, cost)

Format: Metrics dashboard template

Use it: Set up tracking before launch

🚨 8. Common Pitfalls Checklist

Avoid the 20+ mistakes I made building AI features. Pre-launch checklist covering:

- Planning pitfalls

- Development pitfalls

- Testing pitfalls

- Launch pitfalls

- Post-launch pitfalls

Format: Checkbox checklist

Use it: Before every AI feature launch

🎁 Plus These Bonuses

✅ Prompt Engineering Basics - Common patterns and formulas

✅ Real Examples - Actual specs from production AI features

✅ Resource List - Tools, communities, further reading

✅ Lifetime Updates - Get v2.0, v3.0 free when released

📦 What You're Getting

- 30+ page PDF with all templates

- Copy/paste ready - Use immediately in Notion, Google Docs, Jira

- Battle-tested - Used in production at real companies

- PM-focused - Written by a PM, for PMs (no technical jargon)

- Actionable - Not theory, just practical frameworks

👥 Who This Is For

✅ Product Managers building AI-powered features

✅ Product Owners managing AI in their roadmap

✅ Founders adding AI to their product

✅ PMs transitioning from normal to AI features

❌ Not for: Engineers (this is PM-focused) or AI researchers (this is practical, not theoretical)

💬 What Product Managers Are Saying

> "This is exactly what I needed. No fluff, just actionable templates I used the same day."

> — Sarah Chen, Senior PM

> "Wish I had this 3 months ago. Would've saved me weeks of back-and-forth with engineering."

> — Marcus Rodriguez, Product Lead

> "The stakeholder communication templates alone saved me hours of explaining 'why AI is different'."

> — Priya Patel, Group PM

🚀 How to Use This Kit

Start here:

1. Download the PDF (instant access after checkout)

2. Jump to the AI Feature Spec Template (page 3)

3. Use it for your next AI feature (this week)

4. Reference other templates as needed

Keep it handy - You'll reference these templates constantly.

❓ FAQ

Q: Is it really free?

A: Yes. 100% free. No credit card required on Gumroad.

Q: What format is it?

A: PDF (30+ pages) with markdown templates you can copy/paste.

Q: Can I share with my team?

A: Absolutely! Share with your entire product/engineering team. Just keep the attribution.

Q: Do I need technical knowledge?

A: Nope. Written by a PM, for PMs. No coding required.

Q: Will this work for [my specific AI use case]?

A: These templates work for any AI feature: chatbots, content generation, recommendations, search, analysis, etc.

Q: Is this up-to-date?

A: Yes. Version 1.0 (November 2025). Free updates included.

Q: What if I have questions?

A: Email hello@nakedpm.com - I respond to everyone.

🎯 Why This Kit Is Different

🎯 Battle-Tested, Not Theoretical

These aren't academic frameworks. They're templates I use managing real AI features in production.

⚡ Immediately Actionable

Copy/paste templates you can use this week. No course. No fluff. Just tools that work.

🔄 Made for Product Managers

Not written for engineers or data scientists. Written by a PM, for PMs who need to manage AI without a PhD.

💰 Completely Free

No hidden costs. No upsells. Just high-quality tools, free.

🔒 Your Privacy

- ✅ Your email is only used to send the download link

- ✅ Optional: Subscribe to weekly AI PM insights (unsubscribe anytime)

- ✅ I'll never sell your email or spam you

📚 About The Naked PM

We cut through the BS and give product managers tactical, honest insights for building better products. No fluff. No jargon. Just real talk from the trenches.

More resources:

🌐 Website: nakedpm.com

📧 Email: hello@nakedpm.com

🎁 Get Your Free Copy Now

Click "I want this!" above to download instantly.

What happens next:

1. Enter your email (required by Gumroad)

2. Click "Get" (no payment - it's free)

3. Instant download link

4. Start using the templates today

Join 1,000+ product managers managing AI features confidently.

Download your free copy now ⬆️

© 2025 The Naked PM | All templates free to use with attribution