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How can a cat be both dead and alive? A brief introduction to Quantum Computing with Q#
You've probably encountered quantum mechanics in popular mainstream media dozens of times. TV Shows like Futurama and Rick and Morty reference it often, and I believe most are familiar with Schrödinger's cat that's apparently both dead and alive at the same time.
Buzzwords and click-bait articles regarding quantum mechanics and quantum computing can be found easily online. Wild promises of all modern encryption being cracked in mere seconds and faster-than-light communication using quantum entanglement! More serious articles regarding the subject often appear to require an advanced mathematics degree from the reader. (Which, don´t worry, I do not possess either.)
Inspired by a talk I saw in 2022; I decided to dive into the world of Microsoft's Quantum Development Kit and the accompanied programming language Q#. Together we will uncover some of the wacky concepts of quantum mechanics and quantum computing. What is a qubit? What are the implications of quantum entanglement? What are the practical uses of quantum computing today?
And what's the deal with Schrödinger and his cat anyway?
Matthias van den Elsacker
I started out my IT Career as all-round IT support for small to medium-sized businesses. After a few years I joined Axxes IT Consultancy in 2014, where I still work today as a System and Network Engineer.
Today, I am primarily working with Cisco networking equipment. Past experiences include Microsoft technologies like Active Directory, PowerShell and System Center Configuration Manager.
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