diff --git a/Dockerfile b/Dockerfile
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+# --- Build Stage ---
+FROM maven:3.9.6-eclipse-temurin-22 AS build
+
+# Set the working directory
+WORKDIR /app
+
+# Clone the Prebid Server Java repository
+RUN git clone https://github.com/prebid/prebid-server-java.git .
+
+# Build the project and create the executable JAR
+RUN mvn clean package -Dmaven.test.skip=true
+
+# --- Run Stage ---
+FROM eclipse-temurin:22-jre-jammy
+
+# Set the working directory
+WORKDIR /app
+
+# Copy the JAR file from the build stage
+COPY --from=build /app/target/prebid-server.jar .
+
+# Copy the sample configuration file
+COPY --from=build /app/sample/configs/prebid-config.yaml .
+
+# Expose the port the application runs on
+EXPOSE 8080
+
+# Set the entrypoint to run the application
+ENTRYPOINT ["java", "-jar", "prebid-server.jar", "--spring.config.additional-location=prebid-config.yaml"]
diff --git a/README.md b/README.md
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--- a/README.md
+++ b/README.md
@@ -1,78 +1,136 @@
-# prebid-server-java-walkthrough
-A short walk through with scripts to help you get Prebid Server Java up and running. 
+# Prebid Server Java Walkthrough
 
-## Assumptions
+Welcome to the Prebid Server Java Walkthrough! This guide provides a comprehensive set of instructions to help you get Prebid Server Java up and running on your local machine. Whether you prefer a manual setup, an automated script, or Docker, we've got you covered.
 
-- Mac OS
-- Java v22
-- Maven v3.9.6
+## What is Prebid Server?
 
+Prebid Server is an open-source solution that enables server-to-server header bidding, a programmatic advertising technique that allows publishers to simultaneously collect bids from multiple ad exchanges. By moving the auction to the server-side, Prebid Server reduces latency and improves the user experience on web pages and mobile apps.
 
+This walkthrough focuses on the Java implementation of Prebid Server.
 
-## Directions
+## Table of Contents
 
-1. Install sdk man for managing the Java runtime.
+- [Prerequisites](#prerequisites)
+- [Setup Methods](#setup-methods)
+  - [1. Manual Setup](#1-manual-setup)
+  - [2. Automated Script Setup](#2-automated-script-setup)
+  - [3. Docker Setup](#3-docker-setup)
+- [Testing Your Setup](#testing-your-setup)
+- [Available Endpoints](#available-endpoints)
 
-```
-curl -s "https://get.sdkman.io" | bash
-```
+## Prerequisites
 
-2. Install Java v22
+Before you begin, make sure you have the following tools installed on your system:
 
-```
-sdk install java 22.0.1-amzn
-```
+- **Git:** For cloning the repository.
+- **cURL:** For testing the server endpoints.
+- **Docker:** (Optional) If you choose the Docker-based setup.
 
-3. Make sure the Java v22 is the default Java runtime.
+## Setup Methods
 
-```
-sdk default java 22.0.1-amzn
-```
+Choose one of the following methods to set up Prebid Server Java.
 
-4. Install Maven v3.9.6
+---
 
-```
-sdk install maven 3.9.6
-```
+### 1. Manual Setup
 
-5. Clone the Prebid Server Java repository.
+This method walks you through the traditional process of setting up the server step-by-step.
 
-```
-git clone https://github.com/prebid/prebid-server-java.git
-```
+#### **Assumptions**
+- You are using a macOS or Linux-based system.
+- You have `sdkman` for managing Java and Maven versions.
 
-6. Navigate to the Prebid Server Java repository.
+#### **Directions**
 
-``` 
-cd prebid-server-java
-```
+1.  **Install sdkman** for managing Java runtimes:
+    ```bash
+    curl -s "https://get.sdkman.io" | bash
+    ```
 
-7. Build the Prebid Server Java project.
+2.  **Install Java v22**:
+    ```bash
+    sdk install java 22.0.1-amzn
+    ```
 
-```
-mvn clean package -Dmaven.test.skip=true
-```
+3.  **Set Java v22 as the default**:
+    ```bash
+    sdk default java 22.0.1-amzn
+    ```
 
-8. Run the Prebid Server Java project.
+4.  **Install Maven v3.9.6**:
+    ```bash
+    sdk install maven 3.9.6
+    ```
 
-```
-java -jar target/prebid-server.jar --spring.config.additional-location=sample/configs/prebid-config.yaml
-```
+5.  **Clone the Prebid Server Java repository**:
+    ```bash
+    git clone https://github.com/prebid/prebid-server-java.git
+    ```
 
-9. Use CURL / Postman to test the Prebid Server Java project.
+6.  **Navigate to the repository directory**:
+    ```bash
+    cd prebid-server-java
+    ```
 
-```
-curl 'http://0.0.0.0:8080/status'
-```
+7.  **Build the project**:
+    ```bash
+    mvn clean package -Dmaven.test.skip=true
+    ```
+
+8.  **Run the server**:
+    ```bash
+    java -jar target/prebid-server.jar --spring.config.additional-location=sample/configs/prebid-config.yaml
+    ```
+
+---
+
+### 2. Automated Script Setup
+
+For a faster and more convenient setup, you can use the provided shell script to automate the entire process.
+
+1.  **Make the script executable**:
+    ```bash
+    chmod +x setup.sh
+    ```
+
+2.  **Run the script**:
+    ```bash
+    ./setup.sh
+    ```
+
+The script will handle everything from installing dependencies to building and running the server.
+
+---
 
-### Endpoints Available for Testing
+### 3. Docker Setup
 
-`/info/bidders` - Shows a list of bidders that are available to bid.
+Containerize the application with Docker for a portable and isolated environment. This is the recommended approach for a hassle-free setup.
+
+1.  **Build and run the container using Docker Compose**:
+    ```bash
+    docker-compose up --build
+    ```
+
+This command will build the Docker image and start the Prebid Server container. The server will be accessible at `http://localhost:8080`.
+
+To stop the server, press `Ctrl+C`.
+
+## Testing Your Setup
+
+Once the server is running, you can test its status by sending a request to the `/status` endpoint:
+
+```bash
+curl 'http://0.0.0.0:8080/status'
+```
 
-`/info/bidders/33across` - Shows bid configurations for 33across.
+If the server is running correctly, you should receive a response indicating its status.
 
-`/openrtb2/auction` - Sends out bid request, receives bid responses.
+## Available Endpoints
 
-`/cookie_sync` - Synchronizes cookies.
+Here are some of the key endpoints you can use for testing and integration:
 
-`/status` - Shows the status of the Prebid Server Java project.
+-   `/info/bidders`: Shows a list of available bidders.
+-   `/info/bidders/{bidder-name}`: Shows the configuration for a specific bidder (e.g., `/info/bidders/appnexus`).
+-   `/openrtb2/auction`: The primary endpoint for sending bid requests and receiving bid responses.
+-   `/cookie_sync`: Used for synchronizing user cookies with bidders.
+-   `/status`: Provides the current status of the Prebid Server.
diff --git a/docker-compose.yml b/docker-compose.yml
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+version: '3.8'
+
+services:
+  prebid-server:
+    build:
+      context: .
+      dockerfile: Dockerfile
+    ports:
+      - "8080:8080"
+    container_name: prebid-server-java
+    command: >
+      java -jar prebid-server.jar
+      --spring.config.additional-location=prebid-config.yaml
+      --server.port=8080
+      --endpoints.status.port=8080
diff --git a/setup.sh b/setup.sh
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+#!/bin/bash
+
+# Exit immediately if a command exits with a non-zero status.
+set -e
+
+# Function to check if a command exists
+command_exists() {
+    command -v "$1" >/dev/null 2>&1
+}
+
+# --- Introduction ---
+echo "Welcome to the Prebid Server Java Automated Setup!"
+echo "This script will guide you through the process of setting up and running the server."
+echo "-----------------------------------------------------"
+
+# --- Dependency Checks ---
+echo "Checking for dependencies..."
+
+if ! command_exists git; then
+    echo "Error: Git is not installed. Please install Git and try again."
+    exit 1
+fi
+
+if ! command_exists curl; then
+    echo "Error: cURL is not installed. Please install cURL and try again."
+    exit 1
+fi
+
+echo "All dependencies are satisfied."
+echo "-----------------------------------------------------"
+
+# --- SDKMAN, Java, and Maven Installation ---
+echo "Setting up Java and Maven environment using sdkman..."
+
+# Install sdkman if not already installed
+if [ ! -d "$HOME/.sdkman" ]; then
+    echo "Installing sdkman..."
+    curl -s "https://get.sdkman.io" | bash
+    source "$HOME/.sdkman/bin/sdkman-init.sh"
+else
+    echo "sdkman is already installed."
+    source "$HOME/.sdkman/bin/sdkman-init.sh"
+fi
+
+# Install Java and Maven
+echo "Installing Java and Maven..."
+sdk install java 22.0.1-amzn
+sdk install maven 3.9.6
+sdk default java 22.0.1-amzn
+
+echo "Java and Maven setup is complete."
+echo "-----------------------------------------------------"
+
+# --- Clone and Build Prebid Server ---
+echo "Cloning the Prebid Server Java repository..."
+
+if [ -d "prebid-server-java" ]; then
+    echo "prebid-server-java directory already exists. Skipping clone."
+else
+    git clone https://github.com/prebid/prebid-server-java.git
+fi
+
+cd prebid-server-java
+
+echo "Building the project with Maven... (This may take a few minutes)"
+mvn clean package -Dmaven.test.skip=true
+
+echo "Build complete."
+echo "-----------------------------------------------------"
+
+# --- Run Prebid Server ---
+echo "Starting Prebid Server..."
+java -jar target/prebid-server.jar --spring.config.additional-location=sample/configs/prebid-config.yaml &
+
+# Give the server a moment to start
+sleep 5
+
+# --- Verification ---
+echo "Verifying server status..."
+if curl -s 'http://0.0.0.0:8080/status' > /dev/null; then
+    echo "✅ Prebid Server is up and running!"
+    echo "You can access it at http://0.0.0.0:8080"
+else
+    echo "❌ Failed to start Prebid Server. Please check the logs for errors."
+fi
+
+echo "-----------------------------------------------------"
+echo "Setup is complete. Enjoy!"