Personal Portfolio (Next.js)

Overview

This repository contains the source code for a professional and responsive portfolio website built with Next.js. The portfolio is designed to showcase personal projects, skills, and experience in a modern and visually appealing format.

Features

• Dynamic Content Loading: Utilizes Next.js features like server-side rendering (SSR) and static site generation (SSG) for efficient content delivery.
• Responsive Design: Fully compatible with desktops, tablets, and mobile devices.
• Portfolio Showcase: Dedicated sections for personal details, skills, and a gallery of projects with descriptions and links.
• Interactive Elements: Smooth navigation, interactive UI components, and animations.
• Modern Tech Stack: Built with Next.js, React, and styled with CSS/SCSS or Tailwind CSS.

Project Structure

• /pages: Contains route-specific components (e.g., Home, About, Projects, Contact).
• /components: Reusable React components (e.g., Header, Footer, ProjectCard).
• /styles: Custom CSS or SCSS files for styling.
• /public: Static assets like images and icons.
• /api: Backend API routes for handling dynamic content or form submissions.

Technologies Used

• Next.js: Framework for React with SSR and SSG capabilities.
• React: Core library for building UI components.
• CSS/SCSS: For styling the application.
• JavaScript/TypeScript: JavaScript is used, and TypeScript may be employed for type safety.
• Vercel: Hosted on Vercel for seamless deployment.

Getting Started

Prerequisites

Ensure you have the following installed:

• Node.js (v14 or higher)
• npm or yarn

Installation

1. Clone the repository:

   git clone https://github.com/stathisiakovidis/personal-portfolio-next.git
   cd personal-portfolio-next

2. Install dependencies:

   npm install

3. Run the development server:

   npm run dev

4. Build for production:

   npm run build

5. Start the production server:

   npm start

Potential Enhancements

• Dark Mode: Add a light/dark theme toggle for improved accessibility.
• Blog Section: Include a blog section to share insights or tutorials.
• Internationalization (i18n): Support multiple languages for a global audience.
• Analytics: Integrate tools like Google Analytics to track visitor metrics.

License

This project is licensed under the MIT License.