Dedications

Writing a book for Cisco Press has always been a bucket list item for me. Despite all of the craziness in my day job, my wife understood this and allowed me to pursue my dreams of writing this book. I cannot thank my wife, Wendy, enough for the patience, understanding, and support that she has provided me during the writing process, but more importantly the past 20 years that we have been married. I also would like to thank my kids, Gabriel and Hannah. You understood the stress that was accumulating during those late nights and didn’t hold it against me as I raced toward the finish line. I pray that this example will leave a lasting impression on you to always chase your dreams and to work hard in the process of doing so.

—Brett

I would like to thank my wife, Elizabeth, and kids, for putting up with me while I worked on this book. The immense patience they showed makes me even more grateful for having them in my life. I especially want to thank my wife for checking on the progress of each chapter I wrote. You’re an amazing PM, and yes, now I can get started on the honey-do list you’ve been compiling over the last couple of months.

—Nik