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+package common
+
+// A step represents a step in the build process, including
+// the execution environment and parameters.
+type Step struct {
+	Name        string
+	Image       string
+	Environment []string
+	Volumes     []string
+	Hostname    string
+	Privileged  bool
+	Net         string
+
+	// Config represents the unique configuration details
+	// for each plugin.
+	Config map[string]interface{} `yaml:"config,inline"`
+}