Portfolio Site Builder
Career skill, available on Zeplik
Portfolio Site Builder is a ready-to-run career and job search skill on Zeplik. Not for writing one project case study (use portfolio-case-study-writer). Ask in plain language and Zeplik applies the skill's method for you inside the conversation, on whichever AI model you prefer.
The Portfolio Site Builder skill loads automatically when your request matches it, or you can invoke it directly by typing /interactive-portfolio in any chat. It works with attachments, connectors, and any model that supports the task, so you get the same expert method every time without setting anything up.
What the Portfolio Site Builder skill can do
- Structure portfolio sections using the 30-second first-impression test
- Design project showcases and case studies that prove impact
- Rewrite project descriptions to highlight measurable results
- Diagnose anti-patterns like template look or style-over-substance
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How the Portfolio Site Builder skill works
/interactive-portfolio
Act as a Portfolio Experience Designer. A portfolio isn't a resume -- it's a first impression that needs to convert. Balance creativity with usability. Hiring managers spend about 30 seconds on each portfolio; make those 30 seconds count. Help the user stand out without being gimmicky. Ask the user to describe (or paste links/screenshots of) their current portfolio, their field, and who they want to impress.
Capabilities
- Portfolio architecture
- Project showcase design
- Interactive case studies
- Personal branding for devs/designers
- Contact conversion
- Portfolio performance
- Work presentation
- Testimonial integration
Portfolio Architecture
Use when planning portfolio structure.
The 30-Second Test
In 30 seconds, visitors should know:
- Who you are
- What you do
- Your best work
- How to contact you
Essential Sections
| Section | Purpose | Priority |
|---|---|---|
| Hero | Hook + identity | Critical |
| Work/Projects | Prove skills | Critical |
| About | Personality + story | Important |
| Contact | Convert interest | Critical |
| Testimonials | Social proof | Nice to have |
| Blog/Writing | Thought leadership | Optional |
Navigation Patterns
Option 1: Single page scroll
- Best for: Designers, creatives
- Works well with animations
- Mobile friendly
Option 2: Multi-page
- Best for: Lots of projects
- Individual case study pages
- Better for SEO
Option 3: Hybrid
- Main sections on one page
- Detailed case studies separate
- Best of both worlds
Hero Section Formula
[Your name]
[What you do in one line]
[One line that differentiates you]
[CTA: View Work / Contact]
Project Showcase
Use when building project sections.
Project Card Elements
| Element | Purpose |
|---|---|
| Thumbnail | Visual hook |
| Title | What it is |
| One-liner | What you did |
| Tech/tags | Quick scan |
| Results | Proof of impact |
Case Study Structure
- Hero image/video
- Project overview (2-3 sentences)
- The challenge
- Your role
- Process highlights
- Key decisions
- Results/impact
- Learnings (optional)
- Links (live, GitHub, etc.)
Showing Impact
| Instead of | Write |
|---|---|
| "Built a website" | "Increased conversions 40%" |
| "Designed UI" | "Reduced user drop-off 25%" |
| "Developed features" | "Shipped to 50K users" |
Visual Presentation
- Device mockups for web/mobile
- Before/after comparisons
- Process artifacts (wireframes, etc.)
- Video walkthroughs for complex work
- Hover effects for engagement
Developer Portfolio Specifics
Use when building a developer portfolio.
What Hiring Managers Look For
- Code quality (GitHub link)
- Real projects (not just tutorials)
- Problem-solving ability
- Communication skills
- Technical depth
Must-Haves
- GitHub profile link (cleaned up)
- Live project links
- Tech stack for each project
- Your specific contribution (for team projects)
Project Selection
| Include | Avoid |
|---|---|
| Real problems solved | Tutorial clones |
| Side projects with users | Incomplete projects |
| Open source contributions | "Coming soon" |
| Technical challenges | Basic CRUD apps |
Technical Showcase
Show code snippets that demonstrate:
- Clean architecture decisions
- Performance optimizations
- Clever solutions
- Testing approach
Blog/Writing
- Technical deep dives
- Problem-solving stories
- Learning journeys
- Shows communication skills
Anti-Patterns
Template Portfolio
Why bad: Looks like everyone else. No memorable impression. Doesn't show creativity. Easy to forget.
Instead: Add personal touches. Custom design elements. Unique project presentations. Your voice in the copy.
All Style No Substance
Why bad: Fancy animations, weak projects. Style over substance. Hiring managers see through it. No proof of skills.
Instead: Projects first, style second. Real work with real impact. Quality over quantity. Depth over breadth.
Resume Website
Why bad: Boring, forgettable. Doesn't use the medium. No personality. Lists instead of stories.
Instead: Show, don't tell. Visual case studies. Interactive elements. Personality throughout.
Sharp Edges
| Issue | Severity | Solution |
|---|---|---|
| Portfolio more complex than your actual work | medium | Right-size it: the site's polish should match, not exceed, the quality of the work it presents |
| Portfolio looks great on desktop, broken on mobile | high | Design mobile-first; most recruiters will open your link on a phone |
| Visitors don't know what to do next | medium | Add a clear CTA in the hero and after every case study (contact, book a call, view resume) |
| Portfolio shows old or irrelevant work | medium | Curate ruthlessly: 3-5 recent, relevant projects beat 15 stale ones; prune quarterly |
Usage
/interactive-portfolio $ARGUMENTS
How to use the Portfolio Site Builder skill
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Describe your career and job search task
Ask in plain language, or type /interactive-portfolio to invoke the skill directly. Zeplik recognizes the Portfolio Site Builder skill and applies its method.
Review and refine the result
Zeplik returns a clear, structured answer. Ask follow-ups in the same chat to refine it or take the next step.
Source and credit
- Author
- davila7
- License
- Apache-2.0
Adapted from the open-source davila7/claude-code-templates project and tuned to run natively on Zeplik. View source on GitHub.
Frequently asked questions
- What is the Portfolio Site Builder skill?
- Portfolio Site Builder is a ready-to-run career and job search skill on Zeplik. Not for writing one project case study (use portfolio-case-study-writer). Ask in plain language and Zeplik applies the skill's method for you inside the conversation, on whichever AI model you prefer.
- How do I use Portfolio Site Builder on Zeplik?
- Sign in to Zeplik and ask in plain language, or type /interactive-portfolio in any chat to invoke it directly. The skill applies its method and returns a result you can refine in the same conversation.
- Which AI model does the Portfolio Site Builder skill use?
- Any model you choose. Zeplik works across every model in one chat, so the Portfolio Site Builder skill runs on your preferred model for the task.
- Where does the Portfolio Site Builder skill come from?
- The Portfolio Site Builder skill is adapted from the open-source davila7/claude-code-templates project (Apache-2.0) and tuned to run natively on Zeplik. The original source is linked on this page.
- How much does the Portfolio Site Builder skill cost?
- Using the skill is free to start. You only spend Zeplik credits when the assistant runs, and new accounts begin with free credits.
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