My Portfolio is Live: Here's What I Learned
February 27, 2025
Hey there! I'm thrilled to finally unveil my developer portfolio after pouring my heart into it for several weeks. My vision was to craft something that's not just another portfolio site, but a true reflection of who I am as a developer - clean, purposeful, and genuinely helpful. Let me take you on a quick tour of what I've built and share some insights I picked up during this journey.
What Makes It Special
1. Clean Design with Shadcn UI
I fell in love with Shadcn UI for its elegant simplicity. It helped me create a UI that's not just pretty, but actually enhances the user experience without any unnecessary fluff.
2. Built for Everyone
Whether you're browsing on your phone during your commute or at your desk, the site adapts perfectly. Plus, I've added a nifty dark mode toggle because, let's face it, sometimes we all need that eye-friendly dark theme!
3. No Time Wasted
I know your time is valuable, so I've made sure everything important - my resume, projects, and how to reach me - is right there on the homepage. No endless scrolling or hidden menus to deal with.
4. My Digital Garden
I've carved out a little corner for my blog where I'll share my journey, thoughts, and discoveries. It won't be updated daily, but when I do post, it'll be something worth reading.
5. Let's Connect!
Want to chat? Head over to the Contact page and drop me a message. I'll get it straight in my inbox, making it super easy for us to connect.
What's Next?
I'm always thinking about ways to make things better:
- Smarter Content Management: Currently, every blog post update means a full rebuild. I'm considering moving to a CMS or maybe using Obsidian for a more streamlined workflow.
- Speed Boost: I'm planning to make the site even snappier with better image handling and caching.
- More Personality: I want to add some subtle animations and interactive elements that make the site feel more alive and engaging.
Thanks for stopping by! This portfolio is a living project, and I'm excited to keep evolving it. Feel free to explore around and don't hesitate to reach out - I'd love to hear your thoughts!
— Va-ay