Many students in South Africa do group work and projects at university. These projects can show your skills. You can use them in your online portfolio. A portfolio is a place where you show what you can do. Employers like to see real work.
Pick your best projects. Choose ones where you did good work or learned something new. It can be a website a report a design or a video. Make sure it is clear and easy to understand.
Write a short note for each project. Say what the project was about what you did and what tools you used. Keep it short and simple. Use plain words. This helps people know your role.
Use free tools to show your work. You can use Google Drive,GitHub or Canva. These tools let you upload files and share links. You do not need to pay.
Make your portfolio easy to read. Use big titles and short paragraphs. Add pictures or screenshots. Do not use too many colours or fonts. Keep it neat.
Add your portfolio to your LinkedIn. You can put the link in your profile or in the Featured section. This helps employers see your work fast.
Update your portfolio often. When you finish a new project add it. If you learn a new skill show it. This keeps your portfolio fresh.
Ask your lecturer if you can share the project. Some projects may have rules. Make sure you have permission. You can also change names or details if needed.
Can I use group projects in my portfolio?
Yes you can. Just say what part you did. If you wrote the report or made the slides say that. Employers want to know what you did. You can also say how you worked with others. Teamwork is a good skill.
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