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+If you have a question, prepend your issue with `[question]` or consider using the nomad mailing list or IRC channel.
+
+If filing a bug please include the following:
+
+### Nomad version
+Output from `nomad version`
+
+### Operating system and Environment details
+
+### Issue
+
+### Reproduction steps
+
+### Job file if appropriate