My name is István Pató, and I have been programming since childhood. Over the past 25 years, I have designed and developed enterprise and cloud-based applications. I have extensive experience building highly available, fault-tolerant systems. I am particularly interested in software supply chains, security, and cost efficiency. My other areas of focus include IT strategy and execution, as well as building organizations that operate effectively. I believe in simple, practical solutions that create genuine value. My thinking is strongly influenced by lean principles, open-source software, and modern, flat organizational models, including those advocated by Corporate Rebels. Through my books, I aim to share clear, concise, and practical knowledge that readers can apply in the real world.