Quantum Learning Resources
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Quantum Computing for Babies
A colorful and simple introduction to the world of quantum computers, in a board-book format intended for very young children. It introduces basic concepts like bits and qubits.
What is Quantum Computing? (Big Questions for Little Geniuses)
A children's book that answers the question of what quantum computing is, using simple explanations and fun illustrations to engage curious young readers in this complex topic.
Quantum Country
A cool interactive textbook that uses spaced-repetition learning for quantum computing. Created by Andy Matuschak and Michael Nielsen, it's technically sound, if a little tough to get through.
Quantum Computing for Everyone
A beginner-friendly book by Chris Bernhardt that introduces the fundamentals of quantum computing with minimal math.
Quantum Computing For Dummies
An accessible guide for complete beginners, introducing what quantum computing is and how it works.
Computing with Quantum Cats
A popular science book by John Gribbin that explains quantum computing through a historical, story-driven narrative.
Dancing with Qubits
A comprehensive introduction by Robert S. Sutor covering how quantum computing works and its applications.
Quantum Computing as a High School Module
A free curriculum designed by Fermilab scientists to introduce quantum computing to high school students.
Quantum Computer Systems Design I (UChicago edX course)
A course on quantum computer systems design from UChicago. Programming-focused.
Quantum Computing for Everyone (UChicago edX course)
An introductory online course focusing on conceptual understanding rather than complex math.
Quantum Quest (Dutch High school course by QuSoft)
An annual online course primarily aimed at high school students, with interactive lectures and exercises.
Pasqal Learning: Quantum Quest
A learning platform from Pasqal focused on neutral-atom quantum computing.
D-Wave Learning
A learning platform focused on learning about D-Wave's quantum computing.
Introduction to Quantum Information (KAIST)
A beginning course on quantum information theory from KAIST.
Quantum 101: Quantum Computing and Quantum Internet
An introductory MOOC from TU Delft covering both quantum computing and the quantum internet.
Hands-on quantum error correction with Google Quantum AI
A course on quantum error correction from Google Quantum AI.
PennyLane Community
This site has the best quantum math tutorials I've seen. PennyLane is a framework for quantum machine learning, but the tutorials cover some of the most important quantum information topics.
Awesome Quantum Software
A curated list of quantum software resources from the Quantum Open Source Foundation.
Quantum Computing for Everyone (An Introduction)
A course on quantum computing for everyone from Fractal Analytics.
The Complete Quantum Computing Course for Beginners Specialization
A thorough specialization on quantum computing for beginners from Packt. It's Python-focused.
IBM Quantum Learning (IBM Quantum Experience)
Legendary in part because the algorithms are taught by John Watrous, a legend in quantum education.The pioneering platform that democratized quantum computing access. IBM's quantum experience was the first to offer hands-on interaction with real quantum hardware through the cloud, fundamentally changing how people learn quantum computing. This platform has educated millions and remains the gold standard for practical quantum learning.
Qiskit Textbook
An open-source textbook teaching quantum computing alongside programming in Python using Qiskit.
Microsoft Quantum Katas
Self-paced quantum computing exercises using Q# from Microsoft.
Amazon Braket - Knowledge Badge Readiness Path
An intermediate course teaching hybrid quantum-classical algorithms using Amazon Braket.
Google Quantum AI Youtube Channel
Tutorials on quantum computing, discussion on hardware, circuits and algorithms with Google's Cirq framework.
Quantum Computation and Quantum Information
The undisputed 'Bible' of quantum computing. Nielsen & Chuang's masterwork has defined the field for over two decades, establishing the mathematical foundations and theoretical framework that every quantum computing researcher knows. This legendary text remains the definitive reference, having educated generations of quantum scientists and engineers.
Quantum Computing: A Gentle Introduction
A textbook providing an accessible introduction to quantum computing theory.
MIT OpenCourseWare – Quantum Computation (18.435)
The legendary MIT OpenCourseWare taught by Peter Shor. It's a good introduction to quantum computing theory.
John Preskill's Lecture Notes on Quantum Computation
A legendary set of freely available lecture notes from Caltech.
Quantum Computer Science: An Introduction
Mermin's approachable introduction to quantum computing concepts.
Quantum Computing for Computer Scientists
Yanofsky and Mannucci's textbook tailored for CS students entering the field.
Scott Aaronson's Blog (Shtetl-Optimized)
The legendary blog that has shaped quantum computing discourse for over two decades. Scott Aaronson, one of the field's most influential voices, offers unparalleled insights into quantum complexity, debunks quantum hype with wit and rigor, and provides the intellectual foundation that countless researchers rely on. This blog is essential reading for anyone serious about quantum computing.
Quantum Frontiers (Caltech IQIM blog by Nicole Yunger Halpern)
Nicole Yunger Halpern's research blog on cutting-edge developments in quantum information. Really good articles.
Quantum Computing Since Democritus
A witty, intellectually stimulating book by Scott Aaronson exploring quantum computing and related ideas.
Quantum Computing for Scientists and Engineers (Stanford Online)
A paid professional course from Stanford designed for scientists and engineers transitioning into quantum computing.
Quantum in Pictures
A different formalism for quantum algorithms that can be taught to everyone from students to professionals. An innovative book by Bob Coecke and Stefano Gogioso that teaches quantum mechanics and computing entirely through pictures using ZX-calculus. Accessible to everyone from students to professionals.
MIT xPRO Quantum Computing Fundamentals
A professional certificate program from MIT xPRO aimed at industry learners. Covers qubits, algorithms, and real-world applications, taught by MIT faculty. Widely regarded as a legendary program in professional quantum education.
Berkeley CS-191X: Umesh Vazirani’s Quantum Computation Lectures
A series of recorded video lectures from UC Berkeley taught by Professor Umesh Vazirani, that was discontinued from EdX but later uploaded to YouTube. It is extremely insightful, albeit hard to follow for beginner eyes.Covers fundamentals of quantum mechanics, algorithms, and computational complexity.
3Blue1Brown: But what is Quantum Computing? (Grover’s Algorithm)
A visually intuitive YouTube video by Grant Sanderson (3Blue1Brown) explaining quantum states and Grover’s search algorithm with powerful animations.
Building Quantum Software: A Developer’s Guide
A book by Constantin Gonciulea and Charlee Stefanski providing practical guidance for programmers to build working quantum applications using Python and hybrid approaches.
Quantum Computing Experimentation with Amazon Braket
A book by Alex Khan that guides readers in running real experiments on Amazon Braket using various quantum hardware platforms.
Quantum Computing for the Determined
A YouTube video series by Michael Nielsen that provides a hands-on, determination-based path to learning quantum computing with just linear algebra as a prerequisite.
Qiskit YouTube Channel
IBM’s official Qiskit channel featuring tutorials, coding workshops, and recorded lectures on quantum computing.
Quokka Quantum Emulator
A handheld, 30-qubit quantum computer emulator and learning platform. It provides tactile, block-based, Jupyter, and Python interfaces to simulate fault-tolerant quantum computers. Designed for schools, educators, enthusiasts, and students to democratize quantum education.
SpinQ Gemini Desktop Quantum Computer
A commercial desktop NMR-based quantum computer designed for education and research. Portable (~55 kg), room-temperature, and cost-effective (< $50k), allowing hands-on execution of algorithms like Grover’s and VQE for students and educators.
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