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🌟 How to Create the Best Portfolio Website to Land a Junior Dev Job 🌟

Are you a junior developer looking to land your dream job? Your portfolio website can be the key to unlocking new career opportunities! In this post, we'll go through some tips and tricks to help you create an amazing portfolio website that will impress potential employers.

🎨 Choose a clean and professional design

Your website design should be simple, clean, and professional. Choose a color palette that is easy on the eyes and use fonts that are easy to read. Remember, the goal is to showcase your work and skills, not to distract with fancy design elements. Here's an example of a clean and simple design:

body {
  background-color: #f7f7f7;
  font-family: "Open Sans", sans-serif;
  font-size: 16px;
  line-height: 1.5;
  color: #333;
}
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πŸš€ Showcase your best work

Your portfolio website should showcase your best work. Include screenshots or demos of projects you've worked on, along with descriptions of your role and contributions. This is your chance to show off your skills and experience, so make sure you're highlighting your best work.

<div class="project">
  <h2>Project Name</h2>
  <img src="project-screenshot.png" alt="Project Screenshot">
  <p>Description of project and your role.</p>
  <a href="project-demo.html">View Demo</a>
</div>
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πŸ“ˆ Highlight your achievements

Don't forget to highlight your achievements! Did you receive any awards or recognition for your work? Have you contributed to any open-source projects? Mentioning these accomplishments on your portfolio website can make you stand out from other candidates.

Awards and Recognition

  • Winner of the 2021 Hackathon
  • Recognized as Employee of the Month for Q2 2022

πŸ’Ό Include your resume and contact information

Make sure to include your resume and contact information on your portfolio website. This makes it easy for potential employers to get in touch with you. You can also include links to your LinkedIn profile, GitHub repository, or other social media profiles.

<div class="contact">
  <h2>Contact Me</h2>
  <p>Email: yourname@email.com</p>
  <p>Phone: 123-456-7890</p>
  <a href="resume.pdf">View Resume</a>
</div>
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🀝 Conclusion

Your portfolio website is a reflection of your skills and experience as a junior developer. By following these tips and tricks, you can create an impressive website that will help you land your dream job. Remember, keep it simple, showcase your best work, highlight your achievements, and make it easy for potential employers to get in touch with you. Good luck! πŸ‘

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