As developers, we spend so much time building products for others that we often forget to build something for ourselves — a personal portfolio.
A portfolio isn’t just a website.
It’s your digital identity, your resume, and your playground for experimenting with code.
I recently built my own portfolio → haque.tech 🎉
While working on it, I explored some truly inspiring software engineer portfolios. Here’s my list of 10 best portfolio websites you should definitely check out 👇
🌟 1. haque.tech — Merajul Haque
A clean, modern portfolio (mine!) showcasing frontend projects built with React.js, Next.js, and Tailwind CSS. It’s responsive, minimal, and focuses on real-world work rather than flashy effects.
2. Brittany Chiang
Probably the most shared developer portfolio out there. Sleek design, smooth animations, and an overall professional aesthetic that sets a standard.
3. Cassidy Williams
Cassidy’s portfolio is both fun and professional. It reflects her personality while showcasing talks, work, and projects in an engaging way.
4. Lynn Fisher
An incredibly creative and playful portfolio. Lynn redesigns her website every year, making it a living experiment in web design and development.
5. Ryan Fitzgerald
Minimalist and practical. Ryan integrates his GitHub projects seamlessly, making it a great portfolio for open-source contributors.
6. Tobias Ahlin
Ex-Spotify & Minecraft designer/developer. Tobias demonstrates how design and engineering can blend perfectly in a portfolio.
7. Josh Comeau
Interactive, playful, and packed with animations. Josh’s site is also a knowledge hub with interactive blog posts — highly inspirational.
8. Manjunath Bhat
A modern portfolio with a focus on full-stack projects and developer blogs. Simple, functional, and well-structured.
9. Shawn Wang (Swyx)
A portfolio that goes beyond projects. Swyx balances technical work, writing, and developer advocacy, making it ideal for devs who write and speak as much as they code.
10. Adham Dannaway
The legendary split-screen design: half designer, half developer. A true classic and a reminder that you can be both.
💡 Key Takeaways for Your Own Portfolio
- Keep it clean → Don’t overwhelm with too much text or effects.
- Show personality → Add a touch of you, not just code.
- Highlight projects → Real-world apps and contributions > buzzwords.
- Experiment → Try animations, dark mode, or unique layouts.
- Stay updated → Outdated portfolios give the wrong impression.
👉 These portfolios inspired me to continuously improve my own site haque.tech.
Now I’d love to see yours — drop your portfolio link in the comments and let’s get inspired together! 🚀
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