Feedback on my new Portfolio site

[edenwax]

Hey guys,

Im nearing the completion phase of my new portfolio site and I'd like to know what you guys think about it!

You can take a peak at it here: http://ed3n.me/beta

Any feedback would be greatly appreciated. :smiley:

Note: While it is mobile friendly, Im still tweaking the sizing so it may be a bit wonky.

 

[Belthazar]

You should totally add a favicon. Those make a huge difference.

Also, in the "Skillset" area, you used red checkmarks instead of green ones. Whenever I see something that's red, I generally assume "bad!", while when I see green I assume "good!". You might want to change the checkmark color from red to green.

 

[edenwax]

You should totally add a favicon. Those make a huge difference.

Oh! I forgot to add it when I moved files to the VPS. I'll update that soon.

Also, in the "Skillset" area, you used red checkmarks instead of green ones. Whenever I see something that's red, I generally assume "bad!", while when I see green I assume "good!". You might want to change the checkmark color from red to green.

While that makes sense, Im trying to stick to 5 or so colors. I feel like adding green will be too much. Im kind of iffy with the whole "skillset" thing anyway, I may change it out with something else instead.

 

[Christopher1]

Looks good! Love the design! Add a favicon like John said tho

 

[Dozzer]

Hi Colin! Might consider adding your photo to About me section and correcting DATE COMPLETED for Spiral Out Games project

 

[Christopher1]

Hi Colin! Might consider adding your photo to About me section and correcting DATE COMPLETED for Spiral Out Games project :smiley:

Only if he doesn't mind being identified.

 

[edenwax]

Hi Colin! Might consider adding your photo to About me section

I definitely thought about it but I dont have any photos that are current nor do I think its necessary.

and correcting DATE COMPLETED for Spiral Out Games project :smiley:

This was actually intentional - its more of a filler entry than anything.

See: http://bash.org/?244321

 

[JewishPoptart89]

It looks amazing!

 

[edenwax]

It looks amazing!

Thank you

 

[Dozzer]

Besides what I suggested, it looks great.

 

[njbitoy]

1. Personally, I suggest naming the telecommunications company you work for. Employers can quickly associate the quality of the work you do if you affiliated with a known company/brand.

2. I also recommend you remove your own portfolio from the portfolio showcase. It kind of loops back into the site, and takes up space. Instead, try to place a footnote on your site describing how you built it.

3. Remove 'aspiring' from aspiring Web Developer. Putting myself in an employer's shoes, I would not want to give a role to someone who aspires to fit the role. Just continue to increase your development skills, and sell them with confidence.

 

[edenwax]

1. Personally, I suggest naming the telecommunications company you work for. Employers can quickly associate the quality of the work you do if you affiliated with a known company/brand.

Valid point. Although my job isnt directed tied to my work, we still have a superb technical support department.

2. I also recommend you remove your own portfolio from the portfolio showcase. It kind of loops back into the site, and takes up space. Instead, try to place a footnote on your site describing how you built it.

Yeah this is also a filler entry until I can build up the portfolio enough. I'll remove the filler entries.

3. Remove 'aspiring' from aspiring Web Developer. Putting myself in an employer's shoes, I would not want to give a role to someone who aspires to fit the role. Just continue to increase your development skills, and sell them with confidence.

Mmmyeah that makes sense. Doesnt speak much for confidence, does it?

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Thanks for the great feedback! I'll work on these right away.

 

[Thomasss]

The only thing I can thing of is changing your footer color. I think this suits the header much better:

 

[edenwax]

The only thing I can thing of is changing your footer color. I think this suits the header much better:

This is how it was originally! I changed it last minute but I agree, I like the darker blue better.

 

[edenwax]

I made some changes to the site with most of the suggested changes. Let me know what you think!

http://ed3n.me/beta

 

[Christopher1]

I made some changes to the site with most of the suggested changes. Let me know what you think! :smiley:

http://ed3n.me/beta

Hey dude. I'm sure you already know this but if not make sure you fill in the blank space believe the about me. A little blank space is good but a lot of blank space is a definitely no no.

Other than, I love it!

 

[Thomasss]

I made some changes to the site with most of the suggested changes. Let me know what you think! :smiley:

http://ed3n.me/beta

Mwuahaha, now I have your Facebook. xD Kidding. I love the changes, and I love your portfolio and the subpages that consist of project details. Awesome job! <3

 

[Christopher1]

Mwuahaha, now I have your Facebook. xD Kidding. I love the changes, and I love your portfolio and the subpages that consist of project details. Awesome job! <3

STALKER! Haha!

 

[MrPanos]

Hello,

I would like to inform you that in the sitemap links the portfolio URL is not working.

:relaxed:

 

[edenwax]

Hello,

I would like to inform you that in the sitemap links the portfolio URL is not working.

:relaxed:

Bah! You're totally right! I'll update that right away.