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+## Getting Started
+
+To get a local copy up and running follow these simple steps.
+
+### Prerequisites
+
+- Ruby (version 2.7 or later)
+- Rails (version 6.0 or later)
+- PostgreSQL
+- Git
+
+### Installation
+
+1. Clone the repository:
+   ```bash
+   git clone https://github.com/sammyifelse/Med-Care.git
+2. Navigate to the project directory::
+   ```bash
+   cd Med-Care
+3. Install the required gems:
+   ```bash
+   bundle install
+
+4. Set up the database:
+   ```bash
+   rails db:create
+   rails db:migrate
+   rails db:seed
+5. Start the Rails server:
+   ```bash
+   rails server
+7. Open your browser and go to http://localhost:3000 to see the application in action.
+   ```bash
+   This addition makes it clear that the user should navigate to the project directory after cloning the repository.
+### Usage
+Register a new user as a receptionist or doctor.
+Log in and manage patient data.
+View daily patient registration counts in the provided chart.
+### Contributing
+Contributions are welcome! Please feel free to submit a pull request or open an issue for any suggestions or improvements.
+
+### License
+This project is licensed under the MIT License - see the LICENSE file for details.
+
+### Acknowledgements
+Ruby on Rails - The web application framework used.
+PostgreSQL - The database system used.
+Bootstrap - For responsive design.
+Chart.js - For data visualization in charts.