Starting

Starting Your UX Portfolio Website

• Website Builder Benefits

• Professional showcase without coding
• WYSIWYG Editors:
  • “What you see is what you get”
  • Similar to word processors
  • Drag and drop functionality

• Popular Platform Options

• Key Builders:
  • Squarespace
  • Webflow
  • Wix
  • Google Sites
• Alternative:
  • Custom coding if skilled

• Best Practice Setup

• Template Selection
  • Use portfolio-specific layouts
  • “Don’t start from blank slate”
  • Match to planned design
• Professional Presentation
  • Simple URL naming

    “[YourName]design.com”

  • Draw inspiration from peers
  • Regular updates needed

• Portfolio Development

• Content Requirements
  • “3-5 completed design projects”
  • Showcase different skills
  • Professional examples
• Building Process
  • Early career creation
  • Routine updates
  • Continuous improvement

Website builders provide accessible tools for creating professional UX portfolios. The focus should be on presenting work effectively through templates and regular updates, rather than technical implementation.