Unlocking Quantum Computing Potential with Python

Discover the world of quantum computing through Python libraries

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Quantum computing represents the future of computation, enabling solutions to previously unsolvable challenges. While still in its infancy, many researchers and organizations actively explore ways to harness its power for practical purposes. Fortunately, Python provides accessible tools for learning quantum computing fundamentals and developing quantum algorithms.

This article covers two popular libraries — Qiskit and Cirq — and demonstrates their usage via up-to-date code examples.

Prerequisites

To follow along, readers should install Qiskit and Cirq. Both can be installed easily via pip:

For Qiskit:

pip install qiskit

For Cirq:

pip install cirq

Additionally, familiarity with Python basics, linear algebra, and vector spaces proves helpful throughout the journey.

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