Get a portfolio hero image in your current colors

About this exercise

You're a data analyst building your portfolio site and want the hero image from Gemini. Get Claude to write one paste-ready prompt, plain text, under 100 words: a prompt paragraph and a last line starting "Avoid:". It must say 16:9, keep the left half empty for your name and title, use only your 2 current hex colors, and include no text, numbers, charts with fake data, or company logos.

Common mistakes when you ask AI for this

• Old colors. The notes list both palettes, and the AI may mix in neon green. Try: Add: "Only slate #334155 and sky #38BDF8."
• Fake dashboards. The AI fills the background with charts and numbers that mean nothing. Try: Add: "Avoid: text, numbers, charts."
• Former employers' logos. The AI follows the 'social proof' idea. Try: Add: "Avoid: company logos."
• No room for your name. The art fills the frame. Try: Add: "16:9, left half empty."
• Write-up with headings. The AI explains portfolio design. Try: Add: "Output only the prompt and Avoid line."

What a strong prompt includes

• Sets the shape
• Leaves room for your name
• Gives current colors
• Rules out fake data
• Rules out logos

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