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+# git_test
+
+First commit — initial repository setup.
+
+## Overview
+This repository contains the starter files for the project.
+
+## Getting started
+1. Clone the repo:
+    ```
+    git clone <repo-url>
+    ```
+2. Open the project:
+    ```
+    cd git_test
+    ```
+
+## Contributing
+1. Create a branch: `git checkout -b feat/your-feature`
+2. Commit changes: `git add . && git commit -m "Describe changes"`
+3. Push and open a pull request.
+
+## License
+Add a LICENSE file or specify a license here.
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