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+MPD Client
+==========
+
+MPD Client built with Sinatra and CanJS. Uses Server-Sent Events for updating
+the interface in realtime.
+
+Instructions
+------------
+
+1. Install dependencies with `bundle install`.
+2. Run server with `bundle exec thin start`.
+3. Connect to <http://localhost:3000> with your browser.
+4. Profit!
+
+Todo
+----
+
+- Library browser
+- Queue editing
+- Tests
+- Better name