About the Author

Rebecca M. Riordan, with 17 years experience in the field, has earned an international reputation for designing and implementing computer systems that are technically sound and reliable, and that effectively meet her clients needs.

She works as an independent consultant specializing in the design of database and work support systems. She was awarded MVP status by Microsoft in 1998 for her support in internet newsgroups.

Rebecca lives in Amsterdam, The Netherlands, with her husband and two cats. She can be reached at [e-mail]