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Copyright © 2003 by Sams Publishing

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Library of Congress Catalog Card Number: 00-109102

Printed in the United States of America

First Printing: September 2002

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Associate Publisher

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Dedications

To the single most important person in my life: my beautiful wife Aimee. You are my daily inspiration, my guiding light, and the foundation of all I do.

Joe Estes

To Arlene, Mom, Dad, and the entire Family FitzGerald (Katherine, Deirdre, Bernie, Nora, Terry, Linsey, Connor, Matthew, and Christopher).

Neil FitzGerald

To my mother Patricia. Always believing in me and helping me be the best I can, makes you not just my mom, but my inspiration. Love you lots.

Kathryn Hunt

To the most important people in my life: my wife Shelley and my two kids, Lynnie and Kenny.

Steve Lucas

To every person at Crystal Decisions: Your hard work and passion for our company over the years has not only helped make this book possible, but has also provided me with a lifetime of learning, experiences, and friendships.

Ryan Marples