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-# Model-SL
+# Model-SL Project
 
-1. **Clone the repository**:
-
-   Clone the main repository along with its subrepositories using:
-   ```bash
-   git clone --recurse-submodules https://github.com/AIerLab/model-sl.git
-   ```
+**Model-SL** (Split Learning) is a research and development project focusing on implementing **Split Learning with Encryption** to enhance data security while leveraging **user history** for improved model performance. The project aims to address privacy concerns in collaborative machine learning by securely partitioning the learning process across multiple entities.
 
+---
 
-2. **Cloud Execution**:
+## Features
 
-     ```bash
-     bash run_cloud.sh
-     ```
+- **Split Learning**: Implements a partitioned neural network architecture where training is distributed between client and server without sharing raw data.
+- **Encryption**: Adds robust encryption mechanisms to protect intermediate data exchanges.
+- **User History Integration**: Leverages historical user data securely to improve model predictions and personalization.
+- **Flexible Execution**: Supports both cloud-based and local execution.
 
-3. **Local Execution**:
-
-     ```bash
-     bash run_local.sh
-     ```
+---
+
+## Installation
+
+To get started, clone this repository along with its submodules:
+
+```bash
+git clone --recurse-submodules https://github.com/AIerLab/model-sl.git
+```
+
+---
+
+## Usage
+
+### Cloud Execution
+
+For cloud-based execution, run:
+
+```bash
+bash run_cloud.sh
+```
+
+### Local Execution
+
+For local execution, run:
+
+```bash
+bash run_local.sh
+```
+
+---
+
+## Folder Structure
+
+- **`/model-sl/`**: Main repository containing the core codebase for split learning.
+- **`/submodules/`**: Includes necessary submodules for encryption, user history management, and utility scripts.
+- **`run_cloud.sh`**: Script for deploying and running the project on a cloud environment.
+- **`run_local.sh`**: Script for running the project locally.
+
+---
+
+## Prerequisites
+
+- Python 3.8+
+- Required libraries (install via `requirements.txt` if applicable)
+- Access to cloud services (e.g., AWS, Azure, or GCP) for cloud execution
+- Supported Linux environment for local execution
+
+---
+
+## Contributing
+
+We welcome contributions to the **Model-SL Project**! To contribute:
+
+1. Fork the repository.
+2. Create a feature branch: `git checkout -b feature-name`.
+3. Commit your changes: `git commit -m 'Add a new feature'`.
+4. Push the branch: `git push origin feature-name`.
+5. Open a pull request on GitHub.
+
+---
+
+## License
+
+This project is licensed under the **MIT License**. See the `LICENSE` file for details.
+
+---
+
+## Support
+
+For issues and discussions, visit the [GitHub Issues](https://github.com/AIerLab/model-sl/issues) section or contact the team at **[email protected]**.