SQL Queries for Mere Mortals: A Hands-On Guide to Data Manipulation in SQL, 4th Edition

Acknowledgments

Writing a book such as this is always a cooperative effort. There are always editors, colleagues, friends, and relatives willing to lend their support and provide valuable advice when I need it the most. These people continually provide me with encouragement, help me to remain focused, and motivate me to see this project through to the end.

First and foremost, I want to thank my acquisitions editor, Trina MacDonald, for helping me get signed up to produce this fourth edition. Thanks also to Developmental Editor, Rick Kughen, for shepherding me along the way. And I can’t forget the production staff—they’re a great team! Next, I’d like to acknowledge my technical editor, Doug Steele. I also had help from one of my database friends, ...