February 2025
Beginner to intermediate
426 pages
10h 10m
English
Overview
Dive into the exciting realm of quantum computing with 'Learn Quantum Computing with Python and IBM Quantum'. This book guides you through the foundations of quantum mechanics, key principles like superposition and entanglement, and practical applications using IBM's Quantum Platform and the Qiskit SDK. By the end, you'll have the confidence to build and execute quantum algorithms.
What this Book will help me do
- Understand the principles of quantum mechanics and how they differentiate from classical computing.
- Master using IBM Quantum Composer and Qiskit for quantum programming.
- Build and execute practical quantum circuits and algorithms on the IBM Quantum platform.
- Learn techniques for mitigating errors in quantum computations.
- Gain knowledge of fundamental quantum algorithms and their applications.
Author(s)
Robert Loredo is an experienced educator and quantum computing expert. He has dedicated his career to making complex computational concepts accessible and actionable, particularly through the use of hands-on tools and engaging teaching methodologies. His passion is to empower students and developers to leverage quantum computing in research and business.
Who is it for?
This book is ideal for developers and researchers interested in entering the field of quantum computing. If you have some experience with Python and foundational knowledge in computer science, physics, and mathematics equivalent to a high school level, this book offers you the practical steps to understand and apply quantum computation.
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