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+# node-distro
+The distributive and packaging of the Fluence node.
+
+Currently provides Network Dashboard as a side-car.
+
+## How to run
+Copy `docker-compose.yml` locally and run
+```bash
+docker-compose up -d
+```
+
+That will run 2 containers: local Fluence node and Network Dashboard connected to it.
+
+## How to open dashboard
+Open [http://localhost:8080](http://localhost:8080) in your browser