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Building a Modern Portfolio with Next.js and TailwindCSS

Building a Modern Portfolio with Next.js and TailwindCSS

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A guide to creating a fast, responsive, and beautiful portfolio website using Next.js 14 and TailwindCSS.

Creating a portfolio that stands out is crucial for developers. Let's explore how to build one using modern tools.

Why Next.js and TailwindCSS?

Next.js 14 and TailwindCSS provide the perfect combination for building modern web applications:

  • Server-side rendering
  • Automatic code splitting
  • Utility-first CSS
  • Responsive design out of the box

Project Setup

First, create a new Next.js project:

npx create-next-app@latest portfolio --typescript --tailwind --eslint

Key Features
  1. Responsive Design
<div className="grid grid-cols-1 md:grid-cols-2 lg:grid-cols-3 gap-4">
  {projects.map(project => (
    <ProjectCard key={project.id} {...project} />
  ))}
</div>
  1. Dark Mode Support
<html className="dark">
  <body className="bg-background text-foreground">
    {children}
  </body>
</html>
  1. Animations
<motion.div
  initial={{ opacity: 0, y: 20 }}
  animate={{ opacity: 1, y: 0 }}
  transition={{ delay: 0.2 }}
>
  {content}
</motion.div>

Performance Optimization
  • Use Next.js Image component
  • Implement lazy loading
  • Optimize fonts with next/font
  • Minimize JavaScript bundles

Deployment

Deploy your portfolio using Vercel for the best Next.js hosting experience:

vercel deploy

Conclusion

A well-crafted portfolio can make a strong impression. Using Next.js and TailwindCSS makes it easier to create a professional and performant website.

Stay tuned for more web development tips and tricks!