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+# quark.nvim
+`quark.nvim` is a fast and minimal Neovim configuration framework; it aims to:
+- Provide a solid base for *your* own configuration
+- Help to make tailoring the Neovim experience simple and quick
+- Create a consitent text editing experience for various common formats and files 
+- [Be beautiful!](https://git.devraza.duckdns.org/devraza/particle.nvim)
+
+This project is in its very early stages of development. Stay tuned!