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"How I Built My First Portfolio Website"

Introduction:

Building my first portfolio website was a crucial milestone as a beginner web developer. It allowed me to showcase my skills, highlight my projects, and demonstrate my growth.

Why Build a Portfolio?

An online portfolio is key for building a personal brand, attracting clients, and practicing web development skills. It’s a place to showcase your projects and the technologies you’ve learned.

Tools and Technologies Used:

  • HTML5 & CSS3: To structure and style my site.
  • JavaScript: Added interactivity like smooth scrolling.
  • GitHub: Hosted the site and tracked changes.
  • VS Code: My code editor for the project.

Designing the Layout:

I aimed for a minimalistic and responsive design using Flexbox and media queries. I created wireframes in Figma to structure the design before coding.

Content Created:

  • About Me: Introduced myself and shared my journey.
  • Skills: Listed technologies I’ve worked with.
  • Projects: Displayed projects with descriptions and links.
  • Contact: Included a contact form and social links.

Adding JavaScript Functionality:

  • Smooth Scrolling: For navigation.
  • Form Validation: Ensured required fields were completed.
  • Hover Effects: Made the site more interactive.

Testing and Debugging:

I tested the website across browsers and devices using Google Chrome DevTools, BrowserStack, and Lighthouse for performance checks. Debugging helped improve functionality.

Version Control & Deployment:

I used Git for version control and GitHub Pages to deploy my website, making it live and accessible.

Challenges Faced:

  • Design Consistency: Solved with a simple CSS reset.
  • Responsiveness: Adjusted media queries for different devices.
  • JavaScript Debugging: Used Chrome DevTools to troubleshoot.

Conclusion:

Building my first portfolio was an educational experience that helped solidify my skills. It’s a valuable project for any beginner to practice and showcase their work. I encourage all new developers to create their own portfolio to gain hands-on experience.