I am really amused with creating Web Folio although there are some challenges. I like the idea of organizing pieces of work together on a website because it is like a personal file but everyone on the Internet can access it.
On the process of creating the Web Folio, the part I struggled a bit was using the tools on the website. I do not have computer science background as many students in this course, so I would say I learned more slowly than many of them. It was funny that I have spent an hour to look for a way to add a new page since I was confused between new page and new post. But after I figured out the way to do it, it went faster. I also like that I can add some visual image on the page because one picture because “one picture can say more than a thousand words”, and it makes the page look more vivid. Although I have not used many functions or tools yet, I will explore and exploit more the tools on making nice website in the future.
By creating the Web Folio, I learned the importance of putting small piece of description for each section. It would let the readers know what it is exactly and decide whether they will continue to read it or not. Also, the Home page acts as the introduction and navigation advice of the entire Web Folio which should be written concisely and with visual image to draw readers’ attention and interest to read the rest of the Web Folio.
In addition, it is a smart way to have both searchable resume and PDF file of resume on the Web Folio because searchable resume can let the audience read it immediately, but the PDF file is downloadable which can be saved. The process of making the application package actually helped me a lot with my resume. Before taking this course, I did not selectively pick my experience on the resume for specific job, but I have put as much information as possible in one resume. From my peer review, I realized that I should make the resume specific for the job I want to apply for. Therefore, I edited my resume and current one looks more focused on the job I want to apply for and more neat.
Constructing the Web Folio is also like organizing the content and creating an art. Since I am a beginner, I have a lot more to learn in the future.