Acknowledgments

At the outset, I want to express my deepest gratitude to Loretta Yates for bestowing upon me this tremendous responsibility. Only because of your unwavering trust and belief in my abilities, these books have come to fruition. I am forever grateful for the opportunity you have given me.

To my amazing mom, I am incredibly grateful for your unwavering support throughout the past two years as I wrote these books. Your love and understanding have meant the world to me. Thank you for being my rock.

To Celine, my sincere gratitude for being a constant source of guidance and assistance, whenever I needed you, throughout the journey of these last three books. Celine, thank you for your constant presence and encouragement. It has made this journey all the more meaningful.

To my beloved family, I am forever grateful for your understanding and patience during the countless hours I spent engrossed in writing these books.

To my extended family, thank you for tolerating my absence for over two years as I immersed myself in this writing endeavor. Hope to catch up with you all soon.

A heartfelt thank you goes to Kate Shoup for her exceptional editing and review work throughout all four books in the series. Your keen eye for detail and guidance throughout these books have been immeasurably valuable. Collaborating with you has been an enriching experience, and I am grateful for your exceptional skills as an editor.

I would also like to express my appreciation to Thomas Palathra, Sarah Kearns, and Tracey Croom for their meticulous contributions that brought this book to its completion. This endeavor has been a collective labor of love, and I am elated and grateful for our collaborative efforts.

Lastly, I extend my thanks to the entire Microsoft Press/Pearson team for their support and guidance throughout this project. Your expertise and guidance have been instrumental in shaping this book, and I am grateful for the opportunity to work alongside such a dedicated team.

Thank you all for being a part of this incredible journey. Your contributions and support have made these books a reality, and I am humbled and grateful for each and every one of you.