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 Shout.dev is a tool for small software teams to stay in touch with the software
 they write. Once set up, it provides an extremely simple HTTP interface through
 which to broadcast messages via email and other means of communication.
+
+## Project Status
+
+Shout.dev is in the early prototyping stage. Basic documentation and testing
+will be prioritized after core functionality is completed and shown to have
+practical value.