Free workshop to learn about the USPTO's patent filing process

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Free workshop to learn about the USPTO's patent filing process

Do you have an invention you want to patent? Are you unsure where to begin or unfamiliar with how to use Patents' online platforms or file a patent application?

The United States Patent and Trademark Office's (USPTO) Stakeholders Application Readiness Training (StART) program is hosting a free, three-day virtual workshop, Learn the fundamentals of the Patent Application Process, Wednesday, October 12 through Friday, October 14.

Pre-registration is required, and seating is limited.

The StART workshop provides training and one-on-one assistance to independent inventors in preparing and filing patent applications. 

To get the most out of this workshop, complete these prerequisites before the workshop:

• Complete the Intellectual Property (IP) Awareness Survey to identify the type of patent that best fits your IP needs.
• Create a written description and drawing(s) of your invention to maximize your learning experience. 
• Obtain a customer number to track your application.
• Create a verified MyUSPTO.gov account to gain access to better monitoring, tracking, and responses from USPTO throughout the application process.

Those with a disability requiring reasonable accommodation may contact the Office of Equal Employment Opportunity and Diversity at oeeod@uspto.gov or 571-272-8292. Direct all general questions about the workshop to SETD@uspto.gov.

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