This document discusses the importance of code quality for product managers. It begins by outlining the objectives of understanding the role of quality and balancing short and long term product needs. It then explores why product managers should care about quality, providing a quote stating that quality is the best business plan. The document delves into lessons from lean product management, including representing customers, setting vision and strategy, and balancing short and long term needs. It notes that quality needs grow over time and warns against prioritizing features over quality. The document concludes by offering advice to talk about quality issues, track quality metrics, and plan time to improve quality.