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+This project is designed to be a flexible, open source project that lets a user track the following things:
+
+A group of items (configurable)
+> Start of shelf life (configurable)
+> End of shelf life (configurable)
+
+This application is intended to serve a large set of users.
+
+The inspiration for this program was the Jtrac program: http://jtrac.info/
+
+As of March 2008, this project is held in abeyance.
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 #Captures requirements for the system
 
-= Introduction =
+# Introduction #
 
 This system must run in a platform independent environment
 Must utilize a standard SQL enabled database backend - embedded with the application
 Front end web interface
 
 
-= Details =
+# Details #
 
 
 
 Add your content here.  Format your content with:
-  * Text in *bold* or _italic_
+  * Text in **bold** or _italic_
   * Headings, paragraphs, and lists
   * Automatic links to other wiki pages
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