Add README with env var setup steps for configuring a dev environment

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+# FamilyBTC Backend
+
+An easy to use and easy to manage Bitcoin wallet catered to families with members in all stages of life.
+
+## Development
+
+### Environment Setup
+
+Obtain a JSON file with credentials for a Firebase service account. Then,
+
+```bash
+echo "GOOGLE_APPLICATION_CREDENTIALS=`base64 -i PATH_TO_CREDS_FILE`" > .env
+```