Elevator Pitch
People like the idea of having a Patent. Some think it gives them bragging rights. Others like the one time bonus their employer will pay them. Most think that having a Patent in their name will help with professional growth. But have you ever considered the downside of Software Patents?
Description
Software Patents are a deeply flawed idea that India is attempting to import from the West. A closer inspection of Software Patents helps us understand that their Cons outweigh their Pros. In an interactive talk, we will understand the Pros and Cons of Software Patents. We will first discuss why people like the idea of having a Patent. We will then bust a number of myths related to Software Patents that people generally hold related to them, including myths around how much time and money Patent Litigation cost in India. Finally, we will discuss the Policy solution that FOSS United is proposing, to eliminate Software Patents in India.
Notes
This talk was first presented at ChennaiFOSS 2024. The slides are available on Google Drive. The recording of the talk should be available in 1-2 weeks if the reviewers are interested.