The Lazy Genius’s Guide to Building a Portfolio Website (Thanks, Dorik AI!)
Let’s face it—you want a portfolio website that makes you look like a pro, not a DIY disaster. We get it. Building a portfolio can feel like a huge task, but it doesn't have to be. You don’t need to be a tech genius to create a site that shows off your work.
In this newsletter, we’ll show you how easy it is to build a portfolio website with Dorik AI. We’ll guide you through the process, step by step.
As we’ll be using Dorik to?build your website, you need to create an account on Dorik.
To create a new account on Dorik, you will need only an active email address. So, before proceeding any further, be sure your email ID is working well.
Now, follow the below instructions to create an account on Dorik:?
1. Visit?Dorik, the most user-friendly AI and No-code website builder, as it is the first step of your website-building process.
2. Head to the Sign-Up button and click on it. It will take you to a new page.
3. Now, click on the Sign up With Google option.
However, if you don’t have a Gmail ID, you can sign up with your email manually, as shown in the picture below.
It’s done. Your new Dorik account has been created. It’s that easy! Within a moment, it’ll take you to the Dorik Dashboard.?
Shortcut: Go to Sign Up→ Sign In With Google→ Select an Email ID
Once your account is created, it’s time to create your website. Remember I said that Dorik offers three different approaches to creating your website? Here we go.
1. Create Your Portfolio Website with AI
Before you proceed, you need to decide if you want to create a CMS site or a Static Site. Although the initial building process is almost identical for both, a CMS site has some notable advantages over a Static site. Hence, I’ll be using the CMS option here. You can read our documentation on the?CMS vs. Static website?to learn more details about the differences.
Follow the steps below to build your portfolio website with AI:
1. Click on “Sites” from the dashboard.
2. Choose “CMS”.
3. Click on “+ Create New Site With AI” button.
4. Write your website name and a detailed prompt in the popup.
5. Select your preferred language.
6. Click on the “Generate Your Website” button.
Wait for a moment while Dorik AI creates your portfolio website like magic before your eyes.
Shortcut: Go to Create New Site with AI → Write Prompt → Generate Your website
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I’m sure you’re still curious about the design and functional capabilities of Dorik AI website builder. Hence, I’ve created a portfolio website using Dorik AI while writing this article. I’m attaching a raw (without any customization) image of the created website below for your reference.
Prompt Used:?Create a simple portfolio website. I have seven years of experience in Digital Marketing. Specialized in Paid ads and SEO. Add client project gallery. Use light colors.?
(N.B: The same prompt may create a different output. Improving prompt, Using regeneration and editor will make your site design better.)
You can always use Dorik full page generation, section generation,?text generation, image generation, and full site editing to make your site more engaging. You can also edit the prompt for the entire page and for any specific section.
You can publish your site for free using Dorik's subdomain.
However, you can also?add a custom domain on Dorik?after upgrading to a premium plan.
You’ll get the instructions to?connect a custom domain to your site?from some of the most popular domain registrars, like?NameCheap,?GoDaddy,?OVH,?Cloudflare, etc., in the domain connection popup for further instructions.
Congratulations!
Your website has been successfully published. Now, access the Dorik CMS Site Dashboard by clicking on the bluish square icon at the top left corner.
Take the time to examine each element and feature of the drag-and-drop interface to optimize your workflow.
The left-sidebar editing panel is your “go-to” feature since it contains all the options required to customize your site.
Once you are OK with all the features and options, click the "Launch the Builder" button/icon to start.
Are you worried about?hosting your website? Relax! Because Dorik provides free hosting.
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We’ve just given you a sneak peek at the AI magic, but with Dorik, you can build your portfolio website using a template or go rogue and start from scratch.
Want the full scoop?
Read all the steps in this blog: How to Build a Portfolio Website.
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