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Introduction

It is not enough to have a good mind; the main thing is to use it well.

—René Descartes, Le Discours de la Méthode

The Purpose of This Book

The purpose of this book is twofold. On one hand, it introduces readers to the fascinating world of financial derivatives from the data modeling perspective and explains various rules that govern the world of financial engineering. On the other hand, this book stresses the importance of data modeling patterns and points out how to recognize, apply, and reuse them. This book is not intended just for those with a background in finance but for anyone with an interest in data modeling and business ...

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