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+# This is the official list of The Weave authors for copyright purposes.
+# This file is distinct from the CONTRIBUTORS files.
+# See the latter for an explanation.
+# Names should be added to this file as:
+# Name or Organization <email address>
+# The email address is not required for organizations.
+Google Inc.