Why your portfolio won’t get you your first tech job
Published on October 23, 2026
Heather Payne, Chief Technology and Product Officer at Immediate, challenges the advice that a portfolio is essential for landing your first tech role. Drawing on 20 years of hiring experience, she explains why real-world projects, genuine connections, references and practical experience can make a stronger impression than polished personal projects.
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