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+# perl-Object-HashBase
+
+This package is used to generate classes based on hash references. Using this
+class will give you a new() method, as well as generating accessors you
+request.  Generated accessors will be getters, set_ACCESSOR setters will also
+be generated for you. You also get constants for each accessor (all caps)
+which return the key into the hash for that accessor. Single inheritance is
+also supported.
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