Copyright
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Credits
Editor: Anne Marie WalkerProject Editor: Becky MorganProduction Editor: Becky WinterTechnical Editor: Rick Aguirre, Timothy FlynnCompositors: Rick Gordon, Emerald Valley Graphics; Myrna VladicIndexer: Rebecca PlunkettCover Design: The Visual GroupCover Production: George Mattingly/GMD
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The information in this book is distributed on an "As Is" basis, without warranty. While every precaution has been taken in the preparation of the book, neither the author nor Peachpit Press shall have any liability to any person or entity with respect to any loss or damage caused or alleged to be caused directly or indirectly by the instructions contained in this book or by the computer software and hardware products described in it.
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Visual QuickPro Guide is a registered trademark of Peachpit, a division of Pearson Education. FileMaker is a trademark of FileMaker, Inc., registered in the U.S. and other countries.Many of the designations used by manufacturers and sellers to distinguish their products are claimed as trademarks. Where those designations appear in this book, and Peachpit Press was aware of a trademark claim, the designations appear as requested by the owner of the trademark. All other product names and services identified throughout this book are used in editorial fashion only and for the benefit of such companies with no intention of infringement of the trademark. No such use, or the use of any trade name, is intended to convey endorsement or other affiliation with this book.9 8 7 6 5 4 3 2 1Printed and bound in the United States of America
Dedication
To my mom, for mastering new complexities at an age when most people merely coast.To my beloved Shai, who is practically perfect in every way.To Dan, once and future friend and ultimate project partner.Cyndi
Sarah Boslaugh, my wife and love, for strength and forbearance.Cyndi, my once and forever friend and partner.Our editors Becky Morgan and Anne Marie Walker, who are just too cool. And everyone at Peachpit Press.Rick Aguirre and Tim Flynn for their tireless tech reading. We couldnt have done it without them.Dan