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+# SpaceShipSim
+
+This is a small simulation program of a space ship (with infinite fuel) in a
+frictionless environment (space). The idea is to use it for educational
+purposes.
+
+## Compiling
+
+In order to build this program you will require the following dependencies:
+
+- GNU GCC ([https://gcc.gnu.org/])
+- CMake ([https://cmake.org/])
+- Allegro 5 ([http://liballeg.org/])
+
+You can then compile the program via the following commands:
+
+```bash
+cd build/
+cmake ..
+make
+```
+
+This will create a release build with compiler optimizations. If you would like
+a debug build then pass the `-DCMAKE_BUILD_TYPE=debug` flag to the `cmake`
+command. If you would like to install then run `cmake` with the additional flag
+`-DCMAKE\_INSTALL\_PREFIX=\<install\_dir\>`. If you are installing as a user then
+you may want to set the installation prefix to `/usr/local/`, and if you're
+packaging then please consult your distribution's policies. With this you
+should be able to run the `make install' target and install the binary.
+
+## Contributing
+
+If you would like to contribute to the project, send a patch file to my e-mail
+address: <nortega@themusicinnoise.net>.
+
+## License
+
+As educational software, unless otherwise noted, all files are licensed under
+the terms & conditions of the GNU General Public License version 3 or greater
+(see `LICENSE' file for more information).