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+## Ultra-quickstart
+
+If you already have a SQLite database and want to run Datasette as quickly as possible:
+
+    uv tool install datasette
+    datasette my_database.db
+
+Then visit http://localhost:8001/
+
 ## Installation
 
 If you are on a Mac, [Homebrew](https://brew.sh/) is the easiest way to install Datasette: