I think software patents are a bad idea. But in many industries patents benefit the small developer because they help you gain investment. If an investor sees

I think software patents are a bad idea. But in many industries patents benefit the small developer because they help you gain investment. If an investor sees you have reasonable patent coverage they’re more likely to give you money. Eventually if Apple sues you an investor might give you more money to fight the patent battle (if there’s a reasonable chance of a payout).