My First HTML/CSS Portfolio: Lessons, Mistakes, and Next Steps.
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Hey, everyone!

I’m a beginner front-end developer and recently built my first personal portfolio website using only HTML and CSS.

What I focused on

  • Flexbox for layout and alignment
  • Box shadows and simple UI styling
  • Structuring sections like hero, skills, and projects

What I struggled with

  • Spacing Sizing of sections.
  • dedicating a lot to make it clean and responsive.
  • Deciding what to include as a “project” when you’re just starting.

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Feedback welcome

I’d love advice on:

  • CSS structure and naming
  • Layou…

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