Personal Portfolio Website with Node.js Backend

This repository contains the source code for a personal portfolio website with a Node.js backend. The website showcases projects, skills, experiences, and a blog section, while the backend handles contact form submissions and email notifications.

Features

• Portfolio Showcase: Display your projects, skills, and experiences.
• Blog Section: Share insights, thoughts, and updates with visitors.
• Contact Form: Allow visitors to send messages directly to your email.
• Responsive Design: Ensure optimal viewing experience across various devices.

Installation

1. Clone the repository:

git clone https://github.com/SmitParekh84/Smit-Card-Portfolio.git

2. Install dependencies:

npm install

3. Create a .env file in the root directory and add the following environment variables:

USERNAME= // Your username or any identifier
API_KEY= // Your API key (if required)
GMAIL_PASSWORD= // Password of the Gmail account used for sending emails
GMAIL_EMAIL= // Email address used for sending emails

4. Run the application:

npm start

For development with nodemon:

npm run dev

Usage

1. Access the website through the browser at http://localhost:3000.
2. Explore the different sections of the portfolio and blog.
3. Use the contact form to send messages directly to your email.
4. Upon successful submission, you will be redirected to a success page.

Contributing

Contributions are welcome! Feel free to open issues or pull requests for any improvements or bug fixes.

License

This project is licensed under the MIT License.

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