[MalcolmDiggs]

Just claim that all your early work was done ironically. :)

But seriously: When you're getting started you're going to have a hard time getting noticed... getting anybody to check out your webpage or look at your code or respond to your pull requests. If they do look and give feedback then that's an opportunity to learn. Maximize your chances of getting these opportunities by putting yourself out there. It's an investment in your future.