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 # OpenSTEF
 OpenSTEF is a Python package designed for generating short-term forecasts in the energy sector. The repository includes all the essential components required for machine learning pipelines that facilitate the forecasting process. To utilize the package, users are required to furnish their own data storage and retrieval interface.