Chapter 12
Programming a Quantum Computer
IN THIS CHAPTER
Meeting the requirements for quantum computer programming
Thinking like a developer
Getting your quantum on
Breaking down a quantum algorithm
Programming a quantum computer is very different from programming a classical computer. If you're an experienced developer, you’ll have some things to unlearn. If you’re new to development, you’ll have a steep learning curve but the advantage of a fresh start.
We recommend that you try quantum computer programming if you’re interested in the field as a whole, even if you're not a dev and don't intend to become one. Why? Because quantum computing is outstanding at some things and not much use for others. There’s no better way to develop a feel for what quantum computers can and can’t do at their current state of development — and what they might be capable of in the future — than to learn at least some basic quantum computer programming skills today.
And if you are a dev, learning how to program a quantum computer is vital if you want to make quantum computers do much. You have to not ...
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