Overview
Creating a personal portfolio website can be an exciting way to showcase your skills and projects, and the Aspiring Jekyll Theme does a commendable job in making this process easier. Built on the Jekyll framework, this theme is not only aesthetically pleasing but also highly functional. With a user-friendly setup process, you can quickly personalize your site and have it live in no time.
The theme is structured to accommodate various sections, allowing you to highlight projects, include a contact form, and provide links to your social media. Whether you’re a developer, designer, or artist, this template is versatile enough to cater to your unique needs.
Features
- Easy Setup: With Ruby installed, you can get started by forking the repository and running simple commands in your terminal to install necessary gems.
- Live Preview: Run your site locally using Jekyll to see changes reflected in real-time, making it easy to tweak your design as you go.
- Customizable Sections: Modify the sections of your portfolio directly in the
_data/sections.ymlfile, allowing you to tailor the layout to fit your work. - Project Management: Update projects easily through the
projects.ymlfile, where you can add tags and integrate them seamlessly into your project boxes. - Contact Form Integration: Utilize the built-in contact form by linking it to Formspree, enabling visitors to reach out directly.
- Stylish Design: The theme comes with a contemporary look and feel, making your portfolio visually appealing to potential employers or clients.
- Sass Compilation: The theme supports Sass, allowing you to write CSS in a more organized manner and compile styles effortlessly.