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+# Logging Sample
+
+Sample of how to use the ELK stack with Spring Boot.
+
+## Prerequisites
+
+1. Java 8
+2. Docker Compose
+3. Docker
+
+
+## Running Locally
+1. Run the ELK docker compose file
+    ```shell script
+    $ docker-compose up -d
+    ```
+2. Once the ELK stack is started, navigate to the [kibana dashboard](http://localhost:5601)
+3. Run the application
+    ```shell script
+   $ ./gradlew bootrun
+    ```
+
+## Contributing
+Pull requests are welcome. For major changes, please open an issue first to discuss what you would like to change.
+
+Please make sure to update tests as appropriate.
+
+## License
+[MIT](https://choosealicense.com/licenses/mit/)