# Developer Portfolio
A developer portfolio is a site or page where you showcase coding projects with context: what you built, why it mattered, your role, the stack, and the outcome. It goes beyond GitHub by telling the story recruiters need for a quick yes-or-no on fit.
## Deeper Context

Typical sections: short About, 3-5 projects with stack and impact, links to GitHub and live demos, and contact or resume link. Highlight technologies aligned with target roles; include at least one project that feels production-grade. Fast mobile performance matters--many reviewers open links on phones. Hosted builders can pair portfolio and ATS-friendly resume on one profile URL for applications.

## Related Terms

- [portfolio](https://foliox.me/glossary/portfolio)
- [job-portfolio](https://foliox.me/glossary/job-portfolio)
- [resume](https://foliox.me/glossary/resume)
- [personal-brand](https://foliox.me/glossary/personal-brand)


## FAQ

### Do developers need a portfolio?

For many frontend, full-stack, and early-career roles, yes--it shows how you think and ship. Senior hires may lean more on experience, but a clear portfolio still helps.

### How is a developer portfolio different from GitHub?

GitHub shows code and history. A portfolio curates best work and explains impact. Recruiters often start with the portfolio, then drill into repos if interested.

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