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Patent Smarter An Inventor's Guide to Saving Time, Money & HeadachesBy Simon Hunt & Dr. Reyna Trevino If you have a great idea but feel overwhelmed by the U.S. patent system, Patent Smarter is the practical guide you've been looking for. Written for inventors, startup founders, and first-time patent applicants, this book demystifies the USPTO process and shows you how to protect your innovation without wasting years of time or tens of thousands of dollars. Rather than legal theory or dense jargon, Patent Smarter focuses on how patents actually work in the real world-what matters, what doesn't, and where inventors commonly make expensive mistakes. What You'll Learn How the U.S. patent system really works-and why it exists The differences between utility, design, and plant patents (and which one you need) How timelines, priority dates, and filing strategies affect your rights What investors look for when evaluating a startup's IP Where attorneys add the most value-and where you can save money by preparing yourself How to avoid common traps that delay, weaken, or kill patent applications Practical ways to use AI and modern tools to draft and research more efficiently How patents can support licensing, fundraising, and exit strategies Why This Book Is DifferentMost patent books are written either by lawyers for lawyers-or they oversimplify the process to the point of being misleading. Patent Smarter strikes a rare balance: Technically accurate, but accessible Strategic, not theoretical Founder-focused, not law-school focused The book is filled with real-world examples from famous inventions, failed patents, and successful startups, along with clear explanations of what the USPTO expects at each stage of the process. You'll also find checklists, terminology guides, timelines, and practical ""Inventor Tips"" throughout-designed to help you move forward with confidence. Who This Book Is For First-time inventors Startup founders and entrepreneurs Engineers, designers, and product builders Anyone considering filing a U.S. patent Innovators who want to work smarter with patent attorneys-not blindly rely on them No prior legal or patent knowledge is required. What This Book Is Not It is not legal advice It does not replace a qualified patent attorney It does not promise that a patent will make you rich Instead, it gives you the knowledge to make better decisions, ask better questions, and avoid costly mistakes. Invent Smarter. File Smarter. Protect What Matters.If your idea is worth building, it's worth protecting-Patent Smarter shows you how to do it with clarity, confidence, and control.

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