Quantum Computing for Programmers: Algorithms and Code Samples

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The Book's Structure: A Guided Journey into Quantum Computing

This book adopts a tried-and-tested approach to introducing new programming paradigms – by focusing on mastering the conceptual primitives rather than delving into the specifics of syntax or hardware.

The book is divided into three parts:

Part I: Programming a QPU This section introduces the core concepts required to program a Quantum Processing Unit (QPU), such as qubits, essential instructions, the utilization of superposition, and even quantum teleportation. Practical examples are provided, which can be easily executed using simulators or a physical QPU.

Part II: QPU Primitives The second part of the book delves deeper into essential algorithms and techniques at a higher level, including amplitude amplification, the Quantum Fourier Transform, and phase estimation. These can be considered "library functions" that programmers can leverage to build applications. Understanding these primitives is crucial for becoming a skilled QPU programmer, as the community of researchers is continuously expanding this library.

Part III: QPU Applications The final part of the book explores the evolving world of QPU applications, which combine the primitives from Part II to tackle useful real-world tasks. This section aims to provide the reader with an understanding of the capabilities of quantum applications, their underlying power, and the types of problems they can effectively solve.

By the end of this book, the reader will gain a comprehensive understanding of the potential of quantum applications, the factors that make them powerful, and the ability to identify the problems that can be effectively addressed through quantum computing.

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