I want to say that, from my personal experience, building websites is a skill in of itself. It's also another skill to inspire others to do the same. When building a portfolio website in particular, I don't really have any set rules on how I present myself. In fact, I want honesty and transparency to be the driving force and passion on how I build this website. Let me be clear though, you do NOT HAVE to know how to use HTML, CSS, and Javascript to make a website. These particular web-design languages are useful, but not essential. However I would highly recommend doing them, as it will help you to understand how websites work in general. Here are some of the fundamentals I would follow, in any project.

1. Have a design or goal in mind

The goal can be as simple as having an outlet, to something more like creating a community.

Websites are what you make of them, Don't let your fears hinder you from trying.

When I made this website, I only really had one goal in mind, which is to have a place to write and provide advice from experience. Your goals are probably going to be different, so think carefully what you want to get out when you make a website.

2. Build your tech loadout

React, PHP, MySQL, what the heck are these exactly!?

This may look daunting, but you only really need to pick like a select few.

Credit to: https://novateus.com/blog/what-is-a-tech-stack-how-can-you-choose-one-for-your-project/