Acknowledgments

The authors would like to thank Charvi and Loretta from the Pearson team for their unwavering support throughout this book’s journey. They have been extremely helpful throughout the process. Finally, special thanks go to the editors and the entire Pearson team for going over the content with a fine-tooth comb and sharing their findings.

Razi Rais would like to thank: First and foremost, I would like to express my gratitude to my family, which includes three wonderful women in my life, especially my mother, Zahida, for her unquestioning support and encouragement. I would also like to thank Javeria, my wonderful and supportive wife, for putting up with my crazy schedule and allowing me to devote many weekends and evenings to this book. Finally, I’d like to thank my sister, Khaizran, for always instilling confidence and motivating me.

Ilya Lushnikov would like to thank: My son for his endless energy, hugs, and making me proud every day. I would like to thank my parents for their love and support. I would also like to thank Microsoft founders and employees for creating the company of my dreams.

Jeevan Bisht would like to thank: My whole Microsoft IDNA CXP team who never ceases to amaze me, my first professional certification mentor, Amar Kant, and first manager, Piyush Mittal of Asset Infotech, who supported me in my early career days. Of course, my wife, Indu Bisht, my kids, Lakshita and Reyansh, who always supported me and lend time slices from our family time.

Padma Chilakapati would like to thank: My husband and daughters for always being my strength and supporting me in all my endeavors, and my selfless and loving mom who’s always been my rock. Thanks to all my coworkers over the years who have spent time to help me improve in my career.

Vinayak Shenoy would like to thank: The entire feature PM, data-scientist, and engineering crew at Microsoft, who work tirelessly every day to make this peerless feature a success! I hope I’ve done your incredible work justice, and all the credit goes to you!

S,S,K,P: You’ve always supported and believed in me and have been my inspiration! This one is for you!

To our customers and the identity–security community at large, you challenge us to make better products and to make the cloud safer and more secure!