Web development (Framer)
My client, Nanthawan, needed a portfolio website to showcase her work as a UX/UI design lead. She had already designed the entire site and required a developer to bring it to life while ensuring seamless functionality across all custom elements.
Timeline
Background
A well-crafted portfolio website is crucial for professionals in the UX/UI field, serving as both a showcase and a personal brand statement. The client's goal was to create an interactive, visually engaging, and highly functional site that reflects her design philosophy while maintaining a seamless user experience.
This section details the step-by-step approach I took to bring the project to completion, covering research, planning, development, testing, and optimization.
Research & Planning
Analyzed Nanthawan’s design to ensure all intended interactions and animations were feasible within Framer.
Identified potential technical challenges in implementing custom elements.
Planned the overall development structure, domain setup, and hosting requirements.
Development & Implementation
Framer Development: Translated static designs into a fully interactive site with smooth transitions and micro-animations.
Custom Features Implementation: Built unique interactions such as:
Instagram Story-like showcase for personas.
Custom navigation bar with hide/show logics
Micro-animations and custom transitions inside UI elements.
Infrastructure Setup: Configured domain, personal files hosting, and performance optimizations.
Testing & Optimization
Conducted cross-device and browser testing to ensure compatibility and responsiveness.
Debugged animation timing issues to maintain smooth transitions.
Optimized loading speed and performance to enhance user experience.
The result is a fully interactive, engaging portfolio website that aligns with the client’s vision while ensuring seamless functionality. The website incorporates:
Custom Interactive Features
Successfully implemented all design elements, including complex animations and transitions.
Framer Integration
Ensured pixel-perfect execution with smooth interactions and responsiveness.
Optimized Performance
Fast-loading pages with structured animations and fluid scrolling.
Seamless Infrastructure
Fully set up domain and hosting for easy management.
The website successfully launched with all custom elements functioning as intended, delivering an interactive and polished experience that enhances the client’s online presence.
Complete Functional Implementation
Every custom animation and interactive element was executed flawlessly.
Positive User Feedback
The site was well-received for its seamless user experience and professional presentation.
Effortless Maintenance
With proper hosting and domain setup, the client can manage her portfolio with ease.