Learn Quantum Computing with Python and IBM Quantum Experience
A hands-on introduction to quantum computing and writing your own quantum programs with Python
Robert Loredo
- 510 pages
- English
- ePUB (mobile friendly)
- Available on iOS & Android
Learn Quantum Computing with Python and IBM Quantum Experience
A hands-on introduction to quantum computing and writing your own quantum programs with Python
Robert Loredo
About This Book
A step-by-step guide to learning the implementation and associated methodologies in quantum computing with the help of the IBM Quantum Experience, Qiskit, and Python that will have you up and running and productive in no time
Key Features
- Determine the difference between classical computers and quantum computers
- Understand the quantum computational principles such as superposition and entanglement and how they are leveraged on IBM Quantum Experience systems
- Run your own quantum experiments and applications by integrating with Qiskit
Book Description
IBM Quantum Experience is a platform that enables developers to learn the basics of quantum computing by allowing them to run experiments on a quantum computing simulator and a real quantum computer. This book will explain the basic principles of quantum mechanics, the principles involved in quantum computing, and the implementation of quantum algorithms and experiments on IBM's quantum processors.
You will start working with simple programs that illustrate quantum computing principles and slowly work your way up to more complex programs and algorithms that leverage quantum computing. As you build on your knowledge, you'll understand the functionality of IBM Quantum Experience and the various resources it offers. Furthermore, you'll not only learn the differences between the various quantum computers but also the various simulators available. Later, you'll explore the basics of quantum computing, quantum volume, and a few basic algorithms, all while optimally using the resources available on IBM Quantum Experience.
By the end of this book, you'll learn how to build quantum programs on your own and have gained practical quantum computing skills that you can apply to your business.
What you will learn
- Explore quantum computational principles such as superposition and quantum entanglement
- Become familiar with the contents and layout of the IBM Quantum Experience
- Understand quantum gates and how they operate on qubits
- Discover the quantum information science kit and its elements such as Terra and Aer
- Get to grips with quantum algorithms such as Bell State, Deutsch-Jozsa, Grover's algorithm, and Shor's algorithm
- How to create and visualize a quantum circuit
Who this book is for
This book is for Python developers who are looking to learn quantum computing and put their knowledge to use in practical situations with the help of IBM Quantum Experience. Some background in computer science and high-school-level physics and math is required.
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Section 1: Tour of the IBM Quantum Experience (QX)
- Chapter 1, Exploring the IBM Quantum Experience
- Chapter 2, Circuit Composer – Creating a Quantum Circuit
- Chapter 3, Creating Quantum Circuits Using Quantum Lab Notebooks
Chapter 1: Exploring the IBM Quantum Experience
- Navigating the IBM Quantum Experience
- Getting started with IBM Quantum Experience
Technical requirements
Navigating the IBM Quantum Experience
Registering to the IBM Quantum Experience
- The first step is to head over to the IBM Quantum Experience site at the following link: https://quantum-computing.ibm.com/
- Sign-in to your account from the login screen, as shown in Figure 1.1. Your individual situation will determine how to proceed from there.If you already have an account or are already signed in, you can skip this section and move on to the next one.If you have not registered, then you can select the login method of your choice from the sign-in screen. As you can see, you can register using various methods, such as with your IBM ID, Google, GitHub, Twitter, LinkedIn, or by email.If you do not have any of the account types listed, then you can simply register for an IBMid account and use that to sign in:
- Once you select the login method of your choice, you will see the login screen for that method. Simply fill out the information, if it's not already there, and select login.
- Once signed in, you will land on the Home page. This is the first page you will see each time you log in to the IBM Quantum Experience site: