# What should be in a portfolio for web developer?

- Published: 2023-01-28 (updated 2023-02-04)
- Author: [Connectively](https://blog.connectively.us/author/terkel.md)
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- Source: https://blog.connectively.us/what-should-be-in-a-portfolio-for-web-developer/
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From your best skills to examples of web design, here are answers to the question, “What is one good example of a web developer portfolio?”

-   Examples of Web Design
-   Several Case Studies
-   Testimonials from Clients
-   Great Site Speed
-   Your Best Skills
-   Emphasize Experience
-   Promote your portfolio

### Examples of Web Design

A great example of a web developer portfolio is that of [Pascal van Gemert](https://www.pascalvangemert.nl/). His portfolio, which he created with React/Redux and Firebase, showcases his wide range of skills in design, user experience, and development.

Additionally, his contact information is easy to find, which makes it simple for someone to reach out if they are interested in working with him. To create your own web developer portfolio, consider using a web development platform like WordPress or Wix.

<aside class="expert"><img src="https://featured-com-images.s3.us-west-1.amazonaws.com/profile-images/ad325606-03af-49af-8d2d-a5b070283aff.webp" alt="Aviad Faruz" loading="lazy"><p><a href="https://linkedin.com/in/faruzaviad/" rel="noopener">Aviad Faruz</a>, CEO, <a href="https://www.faruzo.com" rel="noopener">FARUZO</a></p></aside>

### Several Case Studies

One web developer portfolio that stands out as exemplary is that of [Brad Frost](https://bradfrost.com/). His portfolio serves to demonstrate how creative web developers can be in showcasing their skills. It offers visitors a mix of examples including web designs, web-based graphics, and motion work.

In addition, there are several case studies for visitors to review that offer insight into Frost’s development capabilities and philosophy toward web design and development. Ultimately, the portfolio serves as an effective demonstration of Frost’s experience, talent, and ability as a web developer.

<aside class="expert"><img src="https://featured-com-images.s3.us-west-1.amazonaws.com/profile-images/59da0251-34d3-4910-8bde-088175a95850.webp" alt="Jim Campbell" loading="lazy"><p><a href="https://www.linkedin.com/in/jimca/" rel="noopener">Jim Campbell</a>, Owner, <a href="https://campmedia.com" rel="noopener">Camp Media</a></p></aside>

### Testimonials from Clients

One good example of a web developer portfolio is the portfolio of [Chris Coyier](https://chriscoyier.net/bio/). Chris is a well-known figure in the web development community, and his portfolio showcases a wide range of web development skills, including front-end development, responsive web design, and more.

He also includes testimonials from clients and a detailed work history, which helps potential clients understand his experience and skills.

<aside class="expert"><img src="https://featured-com-images.s3.us-west-1.amazonaws.com/profile-images/6877e6c0-e0f7-426a-993a-24748fc66f4a.webp" alt="Will Gill" loading="lazy"><p><a href="https://www.linkedin.com/in/djwillgill/" rel="noopener">Will Gill</a>, Event Entertainer, <a href="https://3dteambuilding.com" rel="noopener">DJ Will Gill</a></p></aside>

### Great Site Speed

One good example of a web developer portfolio is from [Tamal Sen](https://tamalsen.dev/). Tamal has a very aesthetic portfolio. He uses a dark theme and has a great color palette. Besides that, the site uploads really quickly.

You can find out about his skills and check what he has done and contact him if you are interested in working with him. I really like the fonts he chooses; it makes me appreciate him as a web developer.

<aside class="expert"><img src="https://featured-com-images.s3.us-west-1.amazonaws.com/profile-images/e0196495-16a3-4235-8611-dbda86f3dab9.webp" alt="Luciano Colos" loading="lazy"><p><a href="https://www.linkedin.com/in/lucianocolos/" rel="noopener">Luciano Colos</a>, Founder and CEO, <a href="https://pitchgrade.com" rel="noopener">PitchGrade</a></p></aside>

### Demonstrate your Best Skills

A good web developer portfolio should showcase the developer’s best work and demonstrate their skills and expertise. It should be visually appealing and easy to navigate, with clear, concise descriptions of the developer’s experience and accomplishments.

Some of the key elements of a good web developer portfolio should include detailed descriptions of the projects, including the technologies and tools used, the developer’s role in the project, and the challenges faced and overcome.

Testimonials from clients or colleagues are also important. We believe that [our company portfolio](https://fivejars.com/work) perfectly demonstrates our strengths and highlights the industries we prefer to work with.

<aside class="expert"><p><a href="https://www.linkedin.com/company/fivejars" rel="noopener">Anastasia Rats</a>, Marketing and PR Specialist, <a href="https://fivejars.com/" rel="noopener">Five Jars</a></p></aside>

### Emphasize Experience

A great example of a web developer portfolio is one by Jonathan Suh. On the website, he emphasizes his skills and experience as a web developer while also showcasing his portfolio of work. The website is clean and easy to navigate, with each section leading logically to the next. Jonathan’s portfolio consists of numerous projects he has worked on, with information about each one including the project description, technologies used, and links to the live version of each project.

Aside from the portfolio section, Jonathan also provides an about page that offers an overview of his skills, experience, and links to his social media profiles. He also offers a blog section where he writes about his experiences in web development. By combining the portfolio section, an about page, blog posts, and a contact page, Jonathan’s website serves as a great example of how to create a portfolio that effectively showcases a web developer’s skills and projects.

<aside class="expert"><img src="https://featured-com-images.s3.us-west-1.amazonaws.com/profile-images/0ad946d8-b5c7-4ed7-9730-1e2acabf50b8.webp" alt="Isabella Meyer" loading="lazy"><p><a href="https://www.linkedin.com/in/isabella-meyer-039084205/" rel="noopener">Isabella Meyer</a>, Editor, <a href="https://artincontext.org/" rel="noopener">Artincontext</a></p></aside>

### Promote your portfolio

As a guy who has been building websites since 2018, [my own portfolio](https://nickpvarga.com/portfolio) is an example of what should be in a portfolio for a web developer. While only three of the websites that I have built are listed in my portfolio, I have built dozens of websites for enterprise clients and celebrity brands which I cannot list due to NDA purposes.

<aside class="expert"><img src="https://featured-com-images.s3.us-west-1.amazonaws.com/profile-images/3833bfcc-a625-4917-8cd2-eac749a51bb2.webp" alt="Nick Varga" loading="lazy"><p><a href="https://www.linkedin.com/in/npvarga/" rel="noopener">Nick Varga</a>, Chief Riding Officer, <a href="https://www.eridejournal.com" rel="noopener">ERide Journal</a></p></aside>

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