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+This directory contains all the source code files for the Omniperf project.
+The top-level `omniperf` executable is the entry point and defines the flow for subsequent execution modes.
+
+To build Omniperf as a developer (from source) please add this directory to `PATH`.
+You will find utilities and logic specific to Omniperf's different execution modes in their
+respective subdirectories.
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