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Dedication

To Ifat, my wife and best friend, who has patiently put up with my involement in PHP from the very beginning, and has encouraged and supported me every step of the way.

Andi Gutmans

To Marianne, for patience and encouragement.

Stig Sæther Bakken

To my parents, who care for me even when I'm not around; and to 42, the answer to life, the universe of everything.

Derick Rethans