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+# README #
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+[**ClassFire**](http://classyfire.wishartlab.com) is a resource that allows you to automatically classify any chemical compound based on its structure. The ClassyFire API allows you to send requests to and pull information from the ClassyFire server.
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+### What is this repository for? ###
+
+* Quick summary
+* Version
+* [Learn Markdown](https://bitbucket.org/tutorials/markdowndemo)
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+### How do I get set up? ###
+
+* Summary of set up
+* Configuration
+* Dependencies
+* Database configuration
+* How to run tests
+* Deployment instructions
+
+### Contribution guidelines ###
+
+* Writing tests
+* Code review
+* Other guidelines
+
+### Who do I talk to? ###
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+* Repo owner or admin
+* Other community or team contact
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