E portfolio Notes

Types of Website Builders

1. Drag-and-Drop Website Builders

• User-friendly tools with visual editors where you can drag elements (text, images, videos) onto a page.

• No coding skills required.

• Examples: Wix, Weebly, Squarespace.

• Best for: beginners, small businesses, personal portfolios.

2. Content Management Systems (CMS)

• More advanced platforms that allow customization with themes, plugins, and sometimes coding.

• Flexible and scalable, suitable for blogs, e-commerce, or large websites.

• Examples: WordPress, Joomla, Drupal.

• Best for: users needing control and advanced features.

3. e-Commerce Website Builders

• Designed specifically for creating online stores.

• Include built-in tools for inventory, payment gateways, and product management.

• Examples: Shopify, BigCommerce, WooCommerce (on WordPress).

• Best for: businesses selling products/services online.

4. AI-Powered Website Builders

• Use artificial intelligence to generate a website design based on user inputs (like preferred style, industry, and features).

• Simplifies design decisions and setup.

• Examples: Wix ADI, Bookmark, Zyro.

• Best for: quick setup with minimal effort.

5. Specialized Website Builders

• Niche builders designed for specific purposes such as portfolios, resumes, or photography sites.

• Examples: Behance, Adobe Portfolio, Format.

• Best for: creative professionals who want tailored designs.

6. Mobile-First Website Builders

• Platforms optimized for building sites that look best on smartphones and tablets.

• Often focus on speed and responsive layouts.

• Examples: Duda, Carrd, Strikingly.

• Best for: simple, mobile-optimized websites.