This is a great portfolio idea, actually! The guy doing this is a pro, but this is within reach of people just starting in the business. Someone straight out of

This is a great portfolio idea, actually! The guy doing this is a pro, but this is within reach of people just starting in the business. Someone straight out of college applying as junior programmer with a video like this would move to the top of my pile (were I hiring, which I'm not). This video shows off a sense of initiative, a love of games, talent, and a knack for getting things done under time pressure. Nice!