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Complete Your Profile

Complete Your Profile

Goal: Set up a complete, professional profile that helps others connect with you.

Steps:

  1. Access Profile Settings

    • Click your profile icon (top right)
    • Select "Profile" from the dropdown menu
    • The Account Settings dialog opens with Profile tab active
  2. Upload Profile Photo

    • In the Avatar section, click "CHANGE" button
    • Select an image file from your computer
    • Wait for upload to complete
    • Tip: Use a clear, friendly photo (square images work best)
  3. Add Your Name

    • Enter your first name in the "First Name" field
    • Enter your last name in the "Last Name" field
    • Important: You can only change your name once, so be careful
    • Note: Use your real name as per platform guidelines
  4. Write Your Bio

    • Click in the "Bio" textarea
    • Write a brief description about yourself (max 150 characters)
    • Tip: Mention your interests, profession, or what you're looking to learn
    • Example: "AI enthusiast | Learning automation | Love connecting with fellow techies"
  5. Add Location and Timezone

    • Enter your city and country in "Location" field
    • Example: "Los Angeles, CA" or "London, UK"
    • Enter your timezone in "Timezone" field
    • Format: IANA timezone (e.g., "America/New_York", "Europe/London")
  6. Add Social Media Links (Optional)

    • Click "Add New Profile" in the Links section
    • Select a network (Twitter, LinkedIn, GitHub, etc.)
    • Enter your profile URL
    • Click to save
    • Repeat for other social profiles
  7. Save Changes

    • Scroll to the bottom
    • Click "Save Changes" button (yellow)
    • Wait for confirmation message
    • Your profile is now complete!

Time Required: 5-10 minutes
Result: A complete profile that helps others learn about you and connect