Dev Portfolio
Source: Dev.to
Overview
I’m Luke Ponga, a Software Developer and IT Support Specialist. My portfolio bridges technical precision and intelligent interaction, showcasing my journey from hardware support to building AI‑driven software solutions.
Tech Stack
- Framework: Next.js 16 with Standalone Output optimization
- Design: Minimalist Swiss‑inspired UI using Tailwind CSS and Framer Motion
- AI Engine: Google Genkit powered by Gemini 1.5 Flash
- Language: TypeScript
- Deployment: Containerized with Docker and deployed to Google Cloud Run (challenge label
dev-tutorial=devnewyear2026)
Google AI Features
AI Project Matcher
A custom Genkit flow that acts as a virtual representative, allowing visitors to query my experience and projects using natural language.
Instant AI Pitch Generator
A specialized recruitment tool that uses Gemini 1.5 Flash to analyze job descriptions and generate personalized candidate pitches based on my specific project history. This feature transforms the portfolio from a passive gallery into an active tool for professional success. Implemented with Retrieval‑Augmented Generation (RAG) logic via Genkit.
Repository
GitHub – lukeponga-dev/portfolio-luke
Tags: devnewyear2026 googleai cloudrun nextjs