Acknowledgments
This book is in large measure the achievement of two extraordinary men who changed my life and, sadly, did not live long enough to see the book’s publication.
Robert Tartarin (1947–2001)
Robert Tartarin was my professor at the Université de Nantes in France. Beyond expertly guiding me throughout my master’s program, he inspired my post-graduation commitment to the field of econometrics. When my doctoral grant was cut because of a last-minute change in government policy regarding the age of applicants, I asked him to help me make some decision about my future.
Jorge: The government has cut my doctoral grant. What do you suggest I do to find a SAS job?
Prof. Tartarin: You should go work in England.
Jorge: I cannot, because I do ...
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