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Messages

💬 Messages

Messaging in MyPortfolio helps you stay connected with your Development Coach, peers, and group. This guide shows you how to connect, send messages, and use group chat effectively.

📌 What you’ll learn

In this guide, you’ll learn how to connect with others, send direct messages, view your inbox, and take part in group conversations.

🎥 Watch the walkthrough

🤝 Connecting with someone

  1. Go to Groups
  2. Open your group to view members
  3. Click Connect next to the person’s name
  4. Wait for them to approve your connection request ⏳

💡 Tip: You must be connected with someone before you can send them a direct message.

✉️ Sending a direct message

  1. Go to Messages in the left-hand menu
  2. Click Compose or the new message icon
  3. Type the recipient’s name (they must be a connection)
  4. Write your message clearly using good spelling and grammar
  5. Optional: Add emojis 😊, formatting (bold/italic), links, or code
  6. Click Send

📥 Viewing your messages

  1. Go to Messages > Inbox
  2. View messages from your coach, peers, or group chats
  3. Click on a conversation to read and reply

👥 Using group chat

  1. Go to Groups > My Groups
  2. Select your learning group or cohort
  3. Click the Group Chat button
  4. Start or join discussions with your group

ℹ️ Important: All messages are tracked and may be reviewed throughout your course, so keep communication professional and respectful.

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