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06/21/2020 at 14:27 • 0 commentsUsing entanglement, we can send just one qubit but transmit information of two classical bits. Note this is very different from saying one qubit stores information of two classical bits. This latter statement is wrong. We will code the superdense coding algorithm today.
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Pages 34 & 35
06/14/2020 at 14:08 • 0 commentsYesterday was James Clerk Maxwell's birthday!
Today's class will show more about interference and measurement, and also some beautiful physics. I hope it helps people see the universe in a different light.
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06/07/2020 at 14:33 • 0 commentsUnderstanding what gates and basis are used for is useful to visualize a quantum state in multidimensional space. This also helps one see what's happening in algorithms such as Grover's, where basis is changed by H gates to enhance the amplitude of the state we are searching for.
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Learning with coding
05/31/2020 at 14:15 • 0 commentsThis week, we will start doing more coding as a way to practice our understanding. We will use the high-level quantum language Q# to demonstrate how to apply our knowledge in quantum computing concepts and linear algebra and express algorithms, which are eventually run on quantum hardware.
To really understand a subject, especially physics-related, one needs to be able to reproduce words, equations and drawings to self-check if they truly understand. I will also provide some tips on how to identify and avoid bullshit in one's study of this subject.
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Virtually Maker Faire class
05/22/2020 at 14:22 • 0 comments**UPDATE**
Recording here: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=MoWw-BrQfhw
Note the time change of this weekend's quantum computing class. We will be aligning with Virtually Maker Faire Updated time is Saturday May 23 at 4-5 am PT, 1-2p m CET. Same dial-in.
I'll be doing a 1-hour recap of the concepts we covered in previous classes, especially to help newcomers catch up.
Maker Faire info here: https://makerfaire.com/maker/entry/72415/
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Microsoft //Build & MS Learn
05/20/2020 at 16:33 • 1 commentThe quickest way to learn about the latest development on quantum computing is to listen to the Microsoft //Build talks on quantum computing and get hands-on through the newly developed MS Learn modules. (Thanks to all the users who contributed in our UX research!)
- We’re excited to share the #quantum impact customers are already seeing with #AzureQuantum – now in preview! #MicrosoftBuild https://aka.ms/quantumblog/build20
- Want to learn more about #quantumcomputing? Come hang out and learn with our team at the upcoming virtual Azure Quantum Developer Workshop! Register here: https://aka.ms/aqdw
- We’re making it easier for developers to get started with #quantum with 2 new learning modules available for free on @MicrosoftLearn. Check them out: https://aka.ms/learnqc
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Pages 31 & 32
05/17/2020 at 14:07 • 0 commentsWe will discuss the cool and funky Grover's algorithm.
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Certificate 2
05/13/2020 at 13:55 • 2 commentsSo excited to see people posting their completions of quantum katas and getting the Certificate 1. Today I announce the Certificate 2 - The Out-of-the-Box Thinker quiz on quantum history. Same participation rule.
You can still work on the katas and get Certificate 1, like they did:
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Pages 29 & 30
05/10/2020 at 13:49 • 0 commentsWe will introduce some famous academic quantum algorithms, starting with the useless yet useful Deutsch-Josza algorithm. It demonstrates the power of interference and entanglement in one go.
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Certificate 1
05/06/2020 at 14:08 • 0 commentsAs mentioned in the last Sunday class, I'll be giving out certificates to people who complete quantum tasks. The first certificate is a vector graph of the hacked Schrödinger's cat. You can use it as you wish, printing on shirts, hats, masks, stickers, magnets, etc. It will be awarded to people who finish any one of the quantum katas: https://github.com/microsoft/QuantumKatas What you need to do:
- Pick any one of the quantum katas;
- Finish from beginning to the end;
- Take a screenshot or photo;
- Post on Twitter or LinkedIn;
- Tag the following:
Twitter: @KittyArtPhysics @MSFTQuantum @QSharpCommunity @Hackaday #QSharp #QuantumComputing #Physics #comics
LinkedIn: @Kitty Y. M. Yeung #MSFTQuantum @Hackaday #QSharp #QuantumComputing #Physics #comics