Acknowledgments

When I was asked to write this book, I severely underestimated the time it would take to accomplish the task. To the responsible parties, thank you for getting me into this; I hope one day to return the favor. To everybody who had to put up with me throughout the writing of this book, I apologize. To those who kept me on track and guided me along the way, thanks.

Patty Montesion Thanks for giving me the opportunity to write this book and believing in me.

Peter Warner Thanks for allowing me to adapt some of your tutorials and documentation.

Anita Dennis and Kristin Kalning Thanks for hunting down and obtaining permission for all of the high-quality footage. It elevated the book from being merely good to truly great.

Peachpit Press Thanks to the entire team at Peachpit Press who did all of the thankless, behind-the-scenes production of this book.

My wife and kids Thanks for putting up with me.