IBM’s Quantum Computing Challenge, Think 2020, Is a Go
Announcing the IBM Quantum Challenge
Key points…
+ Today, we have 18 quantum systems and counting available to our clients and community. Over 200,000 users, including more than 100 IBM Q Network client partners, have joined us to conduct fundamental research on quantum information science, develop the applications of quantum computing in various industries, and educate the future quantum workforce. Additionally, 175 billion quantum circuits have been executed using our hardware, resulting in more than 200 publications by researchers around the world.
+ In addition to developing quantum hardware, we have also been driving the development of powerful open source quantum software. Qiskit, written primarily in Python, has grown to be a popular quantum computing software development kit with several novel features, many of which were contributed by dedicated Qiskitters.
On May 4, 2016, our team introduced the first quantum computer that could be programmed over the cloud, using IBM Quantum Experience. We wanted everyone to be able to experience a quantum computer, even individuals without access to an academic research lab.
+ As we approach the fourth anniversary of the IBM Quantum Experience, we invite you to celebrate with us by completing a challenge with four exercises. Whether you are already a member of the community, or this challenge is your first quantum experiment, these four exercises will improve your understanding of quantum circuits. We hope you also have fun as you put your skills to test.
+ The IBM Quantum Challenge begins at 9:00 a.m. US Eastern on May 4, and ends 8:59:59 a.m. US Eastern on May 8. To take the challenge, visit https://quantum-computing.ibm.com/challenges.
Source: IBM Research Blog. Jay Gambetta, Announcing the IBM Quantum Challenge…
Content may have been edited for style and clarity.
