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 # NIM-Framework-Baseline
 
-# Status 
-![#f03c15](https://placehold.co/15x15/f03c15/f03c15.png) In Development
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 # Purpose
 The purpose of this repository to build a framework that can be used as a jump off point to build a lifecycle automation in NIM. This will also contain other useful tools to help you enhance you experience with NIM.