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+.DS_Store
+.DS_Store?
+._*
+.Spotlight-V100
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-# learning-tools
-A collection of tools and files for learning new technologies
+# Learning Tools
+
+This repository contains a variety of files and tools for learning new technologies. It is aimed at existing IT professionals who need some help coming up to speed with new technologies, products, or open source projects.
+
+## License
+
+This content is licensed under the MIT License.