I am now the official author of a software idea that has a "patent pending". My company lawyers submitted the information last week. It will take years for it to go through the filing and acceptance process, but I'm still so excited.
I know I'm a big nerd, but a patent is something I've always wanted and this puts me a step closer. Plus, I see a new handbag in my future from the bonus payout my company gives for the application... WooHoo!
That's exciting! Congrats! Man, your goal is so much better than mine. My only goal is to have something interesting pop up when my name is googled, something that actually relates to me.