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 # tait.tech
 The uncompiled version of my website. Compiled files in _site
+
+### To compile
+
+To compile the files, simply use the bundle Ruby gem.
+
+```
+bundle exec jekyll build
+```
+
+to compile once. If you decide you want to actually have changes appear instantly, use the following
+
+```
+bundle exec jekyll watch
+```
+
+To run a local web server to view the changes on:
+```
+bundle exec jekyll server -w
+```
+
+This will watch for the latest changes, compile them, and make them available on localhost:4000