The Data Model Resource Book, Volume 3: Universal Patterns for Data Modeling

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Acknowledgments

We feel that universal patterns for data models are a significant contribution to

the field of data modeling. However, this book would not have been possible

without the insights and interaction of our clients and other advocates that

have helped to challenge our thinking and advance these patterns. We feel

strongly that the relationships that we have with our clients are a mutually

beneficial learning experience. As we impart our knowledge of Universal

Patterns for Data Modeling and Universal Data Models

™

, we learn from our

clients about the needs and wants of their enterprises. This has been an

invaluable input in the evolution of the universal patterns for data models and

what you will find in this book. We are extraordinarily grateful to all of our

clients, partners, seminar participants, and all those who have provided input

and insights, thus helping to advance these patterns. We feel so appreciative

that many of these people have become friends and partners with whom we

have shared rich experiences.

From among the many people who have contributed to helping us promote,

use, and evolve universal models and patterns, we want to thank Aidan Doyle,

Ajia Palomaki, Alireza Hasanpour, Andre Boeder, Andy Pozsol, Bongsoo

Chong, Cesar Estrada, Chris Nickerson, Craig Rapley, Dan Adler, David

Chasteen, Ed Smith, G reg Sorum, Herman Koester, ...