When you apply for developer jobs, you will want to have as strong a portfolio as possible. In many cases, your portfolio may be more important to hiring managers than your résumé.

Fortunately, web developer Stewart Hines has put a lot of thought into what makes an effective portfolio website. In his talk, he gives advice on how you can build a portfolio of your own. He gives tips on:

  • basic design considerations
  • what details you should reveal about yourself
  • What kinds of projects you should include to impress employers (quality over quantity)
  • ...and a whole lot more.