Step-by-Step Guide to Build Portfolio on Devswall

Have you ever stumbled across a perfect Job opportunity that makes you scream “Hire me! I’m the guy”, only to discover these dreaded words: “Describe your relevant experience and share project samples”. Instead of applying, you end up closing the tab with the overwhelming thought of compiling your projects and choosing what to add and what not to. Relatable, right? 

That’s where we comes to the rescue, no more backing off on your dream job. This article is a quick and easy step-by-step guide to make your portfolio on devswall. 

Warning: We strongly advise to create portfolio on Devswall ONlY if you are ready to be recognized. Our SEO will take your portfolio to heights you could only imagine!

#1 Make an account

To make an account, click here and enter your credentials inc. username, email, and secure password.

#2 Add Your Introduction

Writing an introduction about yourself is a crucial step in making an online portfolio, the tip here is authenticity. Be clear, comprehensive, and authentic about your skills and professional story. 

i) Adding Profile Picture

One of the most critical elements of your online presence is your profile picture. It serves as a virtual handshake, leaving a lasting impression on your clients. 
Tip 💡: Use tools like remove.bg to make image background transparent. Transparent image gives sleek look to portfolio.

ii) Credentials and Skills

Enter your name, role as in what you do and your skills. 

Your role in a job as a software developer can be anything, for instance, frontend or backend developer, full stack developer, mobile app developer, game developer, DevOps expert, etc.

Moving on, add your top skills to catch your client’s interest. Include programming languages, frameworks, and tools (Git, Jira, docker, etc). Remember to separate your skills using commas “,”. For example: {python, flask, AWS, Kubernetes, trello}.

iii) Connect Github

We've provided option to integrate your github account in your portfolio so you don't have to keep updating tiny details. Flex Github like never before!

iv) About me

This is the part where you’ll sell yourself in a unique way. Tell your story including your successful projects briefly, breakthrough experiences in your career, and what you aspire to in the coming years. People hate to read long pretext lines full of geeky words that simply drive them away from the profile. Your introduction should be concise yet powerful, capturing the essence of your professional skills and personality.
If you’re a freelancer just starting your professional career, you can add your educational details like the projects you did during your studies, any courses you completed, or scholarships you got.

You can always come back and update your portfolio with further projects and accomplishments. 

Read more about “How to write an engaging Introduction” 

v) Add Social Links

Adding your Twitter, LinkedIn, and Freelance platforms like Fiverr and Upwork is crucial in building an authentic portfolio. These links ensure that you’re easily approachable as well as invested in the tech industry. 
Tip 💡: Select "Resumé" and upload drive link of your CV to have everything in one place.

Upload and continue to the next step.

#3 Showcase your best work

Choose your best work to showcase on your portfolio. Each project in your portfolio should tell a story. Describe the challenges, your approach, and the outcomes, making your work more relatable and impressive.

i) Project preview

Add a hero image of your project, something that provides comprehensive overview your project. Add project title for example, “Inventory Management System with RESTful API”. This will be the preview of your project. 

ii) Add details of your work

Expanding upon your project details is crucial to effectively demonstrate your skills and expertise to strengthen your chances of getting the job.

You can add a detailed description for each of your projects separately. The description should include any instance where your technical or soft skills helped you get over the obstacles. Mention what the software does and how you helped achieve its vision. Also, add skills that you learned throughout the project. 

iii) Establish Trust

Avoid adding exhaustive details about the project, keep it concise and engaging. One way to do this is by adding a live URL to your application. This will save you a lot of words and convey your skills and professional image well. 

You can also add a video demo of your working app by uploading it on YouTube and adding the link to the project details. This will greatly enhance your credibility and increase your chances of winning the job.

Add more images as “behind the scenes” of your project. You can add up to 8 images for each project. This will help the client understand what your app do. 

Once you’ve updated your project details click on “View Portfolio”. Remember to click "Save Project" to avoid losing your changes.

Final Step

Make your portfolio visible by subscribing to Devswall -- free trial of upto 14 days is offered with all features.

Here you have it, a powerful online portfolio to get you started at winning more jobs and taking your professional career to the next level. Who wouldn’t hire you with such a portfolio? If you have any questions regarding portfolio creation, feel free to shoot us an email at hey@devswall.com

P.s. You can also watch step-by-step demonstration on our youtube channel 

Happy Hunting!