acknowledgments

First, I owe special thanks to Jonathan Gennick, my acquisition editor at Manning. Jonathan not only believed in this project from the very beginning but also guided it with a clear vision of what readers most want to learn. His thoughtful feedback helped me shape the structure of the book in a way that makes the learning journey approachable and rewarding.

I’m equally indebted to my development editor, Doug Rudder, whose insistence on clarity pushed me to become a better writer. Doug’s ability to spot where explanations could be simplified or examples expanded has left a lasting mark on the book. His encouragement to always aim for clarity, even when discussing the most technical details, has greatly enhanced the accessibility of the book.