From Engineer to Patent Attorney: Navigating IP Protection for Inventors - Austin Bonderer

How can engineers protect their inventions without breaking the bank? Austin Bonderer—patent attorney with 700+ granted patents—joins The Iferia TechCast to reveal practical IP strategies for technical professionals. In this episode, you'll learn:- Why most software can't be patented in the U.S. (and the "Rain Man" test for patent eligibility) - The truth about provisional patents: When they help and when they're "expensive wallpaper" - How to avoid the #1 mistake engineers make that kills patent potential- Continuation practice: The "minefield" strategy for outmaneuvering competitors - Why AI disclosure could jeopardize your IP rights For engineers navigating the gap between innovation and legal protection, Austin's 25+ years of experience (from USPTO examiner to Fortune 100 patent lead) offers actionable insights. Connect With Austin Bonderer: - LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/austin-bonderer-a0b08b3?utm_source=share&utm_campaign=share_via&utm_content=profile&utm_medium=android_appSupport the Show:- Fuel the podcast: https://iferia.nestuge.com/supportme- Subscribe and leave a review! - Share with engineers developing patentable tech Want to Be a Guest on The Iferia TechCast?- Reach out to Ezekiel on PodMatch - PodMatch Host Profile: https://podmatch.com/hostdetailpreview/theiferiatechcast