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This is your Quantum Basics Weekly podcast.
Welcome to Quantum Basics Weekly, I'm Leo, your quantum computing guide. Today I'm excited to dive into the world of quantum education with you all, especially as we're in the midst of a significant moment for our field.
Just this past week, IBM announced the opening of registration for their 2025 Qiskit Global Summer School. As someone who's been in quantum labs for years, I can tell you this is one of the most comprehensive educational resources available to newcomers and intermediate learners alike. The program spans twelve intensive days with fourteen online lectures led by IBM Quantum experts, accompanied by interactive labs that let you get your hands dirty with actual quantum concepts.
What makes this year's summer school particularly special is its thoughtful curriculum design. The first week covers the fundamentals—everything from quantum mechanics history to essential algorithms. I remember my first encounter with Shor's algorithm; it was like watching mathematical poetry unfold before my eyes. You'll experience similar moments of clarity as concepts click into place.
The second week shifts to cutting-edge topics—hardware benchmarking, quantum error correction, and advanced quantum diagonalization algorithms. These last ones are particularly exciting as they're among our strongest candidates for achieving near-term quantum advantage. Imagine algorithms that could potentially solve problems classical computers struggle with, even in today's noisy intermediate-scale quantum era!
The timing couldn't be better, as 2025 marks the International Year of Quantum Science and Technology, celebrating a century since the initial development of quantum mechanics. I was just discussing this with colleagues at the New Mexico Tech Council's quantum education session back in March, where we explored ways to make quantum computing more accessible through hands-on learning opportunities.
When I first encountered a quantum circuit, the superposition principle seemed almost magical—particles existing in multiple states simultaneously until measured. It's like standing in front of infinite doors, all partially open, until you choose to look through one. That collapse of possibilities into a single reality still gives me chills after all these years.
For those who can't attend the summer school, there are other excellent resources. Microsoft and Brilliant.org's online course offers 33 chapters of quantum computing concepts using Q# with Python. The Perimeter Institute's lecture series by Daniel Gottesman provides deep insights into quantum information. Even high school students can find tailored resources through programs listed on the Unitary Fund website.
What excites me most about these educational initiatives is how they're democratizing access to quantum knowledge. The quantum computing industry is expanding rapidly, with events like ISC 2025 featuring multiple sessions and exhibitions from leading companies and research organizations.
The quantum world operates on principles that challenge our classical intuition. When I explain entanglement to newcomers, I often compare it to having two coins miles apart that somehow always match when flipped—heads with heads, tails with tails—instantaneously, as if sharing information faster than light. Einstein called it "spooky action at a distance," and that spookiness is precisely what gives quantum computing its power.
Thank you for listening today. If you have questions or topics you'd like discussed on air, email me at [email protected]. Don't forget to subscribe to Quantum Basics Weekly. This has been a Quiet Please Production. For more information, check out quietplease.ai. Until next time, keep your qubits coherent!
For more http://www.quietplease.ai
Get the best deals https://amzn.to/3ODvOta
Welcome to Quantum Basics Weekly, I'm Leo, your quantum computing guide. Today I'm excited to dive into the world of quantum education with you all, especially as we're in the midst of a significant moment for our field.
Just this past week, IBM announced the opening of registration for their 2025 Qiskit Global Summer School. As someone who's been in quantum labs for years, I can tell you this is one of the most comprehensive educational resources available to newcomers and intermediate learners alike. The program spans twelve intensive days with fourteen online lectures led by IBM Quantum experts, accompanied by interactive labs that let you get your hands dirty with actual quantum concepts.
What makes this year's summer school particularly special is its thoughtful curriculum design. The first week covers the fundamentals—everything from quantum mechanics history to essential algorithms. I remember my first encounter with Shor's algorithm; it was like watching mathematical poetry unfold before my eyes. You'll experience similar moments of clarity as concepts click into place.
The second week shifts to cutting-edge topics—hardware benchmarking, quantum error correction, and advanced quantum diagonalization algorithms. These last ones are particularly exciting as they're among our strongest candidates for achieving near-term quantum advantage. Imagine algorithms that could potentially solve problems classical computers struggle with, even in today's noisy intermediate-scale quantum era!
The timing couldn't be better, as 2025 marks the International Year of Quantum Science and Technology, celebrating a century since the initial development of quantum mechanics. I was just discussing this with colleagues at the New Mexico Tech Council's quantum education session back in March, where we explored ways to make quantum computing more accessible through hands-on learning opportunities.
When I first encountered a quantum circuit, the superposition principle seemed almost magical—particles existing in multiple states simultaneously until measured. It's like standing in front of infinite doors, all partially open, until you choose to look through one. That collapse of possibilities into a single reality still gives me chills after all these years.
For those who can't attend the summer school, there are other excellent resources. Microsoft and Brilliant.org's online course offers 33 chapters of quantum computing concepts using Q# with Python. The Perimeter Institute's lecture series by Daniel Gottesman provides deep insights into quantum information. Even high school students can find tailored resources through programs listed on the Unitary Fund website.
What excites me most about these educational initiatives is how they're democratizing access to quantum knowledge. The quantum computing industry is expanding rapidly, with events like ISC 2025 featuring multiple sessions and exhibitions from leading companies and research organizations.
The quantum world operates on principles that challenge our classical intuition. When I explain entanglement to newcomers, I often compare it to having two coins miles apart that somehow always match when flipped—heads with heads, tails with tails—instantaneously, as if sharing information faster than light. Einstein called it "spooky action at a distance," and that spookiness is precisely what gives quantum computing its power.
Thank you for listening today. If you have questions or topics you'd like discussed on air, email me at [email protected]. Don't forget to subscribe to Quantum Basics Weekly. This has been a Quiet Please Production. For more information, check out quietplease.ai. Until next time, keep your qubits coherent!
For more http://www.quietplease.ai
Get the best deals https://amzn.to/3ODvOta
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Welcome to Quantum Basics Weekly, I'm Leo, your quantum computing guide. Today I'm excited to dive into the world of quantum education with you all, especially as we're in the midst of a significant moment for our field.
Just this past week, IBM announced the opening of registration for their 2025 Qiskit Global Summer School. As someone who's been in quantum labs for years, I can tell you this is one of the most comprehensive educational resources available to newcomers and intermediate learners alike. The program spans twelve intensive days with fourteen online lectures led by IBM Quantum experts, accompanied by interactive labs that let you get your hands dirty with actual quantum concepts.
What makes this year's summer school particularly special is its thoughtful curriculum design. The first week covers the fundamentals—everything from quantum mechanics history to essential algorithms. I remember my first encounter with Shor's algorithm; it was like watching mathematical poetry unfold before my eyes. You'll experience similar moments of clarity as concepts click into place.
The second week shifts to cutting-edge topics—hardware benchmarking, quantum error correction, and advanced quantum diagonalization algorithms. These last ones are particularly exciting as they're among our strongest candidates for achieving near-term quantum advantage. Imagine algorithms that could potentially solve problems classical computers struggle with, even in today's noisy intermediate-scale quantum era!
The timing couldn't be better, as 2025 marks the International Year of Quantum Science and Technology, celebrating a century since the initial development of quantum mechanics. I was just discussing this with colleagues at the New Mexico Tech Council's quantum education session back in March, where we explored ways to make quantum computing more accessible through hands-on learning opportunities.
When I first encountered a quantum circuit, the superposition principle seemed almost magical—particles existing in multiple states simultaneously until measured. It's like standing in front of infinite doors, all partially open, until you choose to look through one. That collapse of possibilities into a single reality still gives me chills after all these years.
For those who can't attend the summer school, there are other excellent resources. Microsoft and Brilliant.org's online course offers 33 chapters of quantum computing concepts using Q# with Python. The Perimeter Institute's lecture series by Daniel Gottesman provides deep insights into quantum information. Even high school students can find tailored resources through programs listed on the Unitary Fund website.
What excites me most about these educational initiatives is how they're democratizing access to quantum knowledge. The quantum computing industry is expanding rapidly, with events like ISC 2025 featuring multiple sessions and exhibitions from leading companies and research organizations.
The quantum world operates on principles that challenge our classical intuition. When I explain entanglement to newcomers, I often compare it to having two coins miles apart that somehow always match when flipped—heads with heads, tails with tails—instantaneously, as if sharing information faster than light. Einstein called it "spooky action at a distance," and that spookiness is precisely what gives quantum computing its power.
Thank you for listening today. If you have questions or topics you'd like discussed on air, email me at [email protected]. Don't forget to subscribe to Quantum Basics Weekly. This has been a Quiet Please Production. For more information, check out quietplease.ai. Until next time, keep your qubits coherent!
For more http://www.quietplease.ai
Get the best deals https://amzn.to/3ODvOta
Welcome to Quantum Basics Weekly, I'm Leo, your quantum computing guide. Today I'm excited to dive into the world of quantum education with you all, especially as we're in the midst of a significant moment for our field.
Just this past week, IBM announced the opening of registration for their 2025 Qiskit Global Summer School. As someone who's been in quantum labs for years, I can tell you this is one of the most comprehensive educational resources available to newcomers and intermediate learners alike. The program spans twelve intensive days with fourteen online lectures led by IBM Quantum experts, accompanied by interactive labs that let you get your hands dirty with actual quantum concepts.
What makes this year's summer school particularly special is its thoughtful curriculum design. The first week covers the fundamentals—everything from quantum mechanics history to essential algorithms. I remember my first encounter with Shor's algorithm; it was like watching mathematical poetry unfold before my eyes. You'll experience similar moments of clarity as concepts click into place.
The second week shifts to cutting-edge topics—hardware benchmarking, quantum error correction, and advanced quantum diagonalization algorithms. These last ones are particularly exciting as they're among our strongest candidates for achieving near-term quantum advantage. Imagine algorithms that could potentially solve problems classical computers struggle with, even in today's noisy intermediate-scale quantum era!
The timing couldn't be better, as 2025 marks the International Year of Quantum Science and Technology, celebrating a century since the initial development of quantum mechanics. I was just discussing this with colleagues at the New Mexico Tech Council's quantum education session back in March, where we explored ways to make quantum computing more accessible through hands-on learning opportunities.
When I first encountered a quantum circuit, the superposition principle seemed almost magical—particles existing in multiple states simultaneously until measured. It's like standing in front of infinite doors, all partially open, until you choose to look through one. That collapse of possibilities into a single reality still gives me chills after all these years.
For those who can't attend the summer school, there are other excellent resources. Microsoft and Brilliant.org's online course offers 33 chapters of quantum computing concepts using Q# with Python. The Perimeter Institute's lecture series by Daniel Gottesman provides deep insights into quantum information. Even high school students can find tailored resources through programs listed on the Unitary Fund website.
What excites me most about these educational initiatives is how they're democratizing access to quantum knowledge. The quantum computing industry is expanding rapidly, with events like ISC 2025 featuring multiple sessions and exhibitions from leading companies and research organizations.
The quantum world operates on principles that challenge our classical intuition. When I explain entanglement to newcomers, I often compare it to having two coins miles apart that somehow always match when flipped—heads with heads, tails with tails—instantaneously, as if sharing information faster than light. Einstein called it "spooky action at a distance," and that spookiness is precisely what gives quantum computing its power.
Thank you for listening today. If you have questions or topics you'd like discussed on air, email me at [email protected]. Don't forget to subscribe to Quantum Basics Weekly. This has been a Quiet Please Production. For more information, check out quietplease.ai. Until next time, keep your qubits coherent!
For more http://www.quietplease.ai
Get the best deals https://amzn.to/3ODvOta