Acknowledgments

This book wouldn't have been possible if it weren't for several individuals who have helped out behind the scenes, providing support through answering questions and giving me some ideas and feedback. More specifically, thanks to Patrick Wolf and Daniel McGhan for their input and excellent recommendations. As well thanks to my business partners, Cameron Mahbubian and Chris Hritzuk, for working extra hard on the business to allow me to focus on this book.

Of course, it goes without saying that I'd like to thank my family. Despite the fact that they have no idea what a database is (in spite of my many attempts to try to explain it to them), they've always been very supportive of everything I do and this book was no different. Thanks to my parents, Norbert and Susanne, for all their support and guidance.

There's a saying that goes, “Behind every great man, there's an even greater woman.” Special thanks to my partner, Stephanie Schubert, for being understanding and supportive over some very late nights as I wrote this book. Without her support, this book wouldn't have happened.

—Martin Giffy D'Souza