Beginning iPhone® SDK Programming with Objective-C®

ACKNOWLEDGMENTS

WRITING A BOOK IS A HUGE COMMITMENT, and writing a book on iPhone programming is an even larger commitment. Now that this book is finally done, I would like to take this chance to thank the many people who made this a reality.

First, I want to thank Scott Meyers, who had faith in me when he signed me up for this book. I hope I have not disappointed him. Thank you, Scott!

Next, a huge thanks to Ami Sullivan, my editor, who is the real hero who got this book done. During the writing process, I was very involved in running iPhone courses and when I was off course in the writing road, Ami pulled me up and gently gave me a nudge. She was firm in having me adhere to the strict deadlines, but was very understanding when things slipped. I deeply appreciate her patience with me, for without her, this book would not be in your hands now. For that, please accept my sincere thanks, Ami!

Last, but not least, I want to thank my parents, and my wife, Sze Wa, for all the support they have give me. They have selflessly adjusted their schedules to accommodate my busy schedule when I was working on this book. My wife has also stayed up with me on numerous nights as I was furiously working to meet the deadlines, and for this I would like to say this to her and my parents: "I love you all!" Finally, to our lovely dog, Ookii, thanks for staying by my side, even though you may not understand why I was always pounding on my keyboard!