acknowledgments

Writing a book is no small feat. And it’s certainly not just me that does everything. So it’s only appropriate that I give my thanks to everyone who has been a part of creating this wonderful book, both directly and indirectly.

I want to thank my first (my last, my everything), my husband, Mario. For the countless conversations we’ve had about code reviews, the late-night milk teas you’ve brought me, the patience you’ve shown while I disappeared into my “writing mode,” and the undying support you’ve given me throughout this entire process, thank you. Mahal na mahal kita ♥.

To Rebecca Johnson, my editor at Manning: there were many *cough* rearranged deadlines, major changes to the book’s content, and questions I had on how to navigate the book-writing process, and you gracefully guided and supported me through all of it. Thank you for pushing me to be a better writer and for being an indispensable editor on this book.

To Miroslav Popovic, software architect and Software Engineering Manager at Qinshift, my technical editor: your feedback was instrumental in keeping this book as approachable for a myriad of developers as possible. Your own insights and perspectives not only enhanced this book but also kept it authentic. Thank you for playing a pivotal role in the creation of this book!