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Sundays are for sipping coffee, long reads, and our newsletter, of course. Enjoy this curation of easy-to-peruse links & resources in and around quantum.

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IN TODAY’S ISSUE:

• 3 weekend links to browse: Quantum computing for the Navier-Stokes equations as potential for weather prediction, newest Quantum Technology Monitor report estimates the field will be worth trillions, and the startup with a new computing paradigm that actually likes noise

• 2 resources to check out: "Building Quantum Software: A Developer’s Guide" for anyone and everyone in software wanting to up the ante on their skillset and the best Qiskit playlist so far

• 1 quote to ponder: Claude Shannon’s words ahead of their time, reflecting on the fundamental nature of information that is reminiscent of superposition

WEEKEND BYTES

QUANTUM FOR WEATHER

The Daily Qubit comes to you from Tornado Alley, located just a few miles away from the National Weather Center. Living in Oklahoma means watching tornado livestreams in April is no different than watching basketball during March.

Predicting tornadic weather involves sophisticated models that use the Navier-Stokes equations to simulate the fluid dynamics of the atmosphere which is a key factor in understanding storm systems that lead to tornadoes. These equations help meteorologists understand the complex interplay of wind, temperature, and moisture that fuels these storms. The complexity means that even the most advanced simulations require extensive computational resource.

This article, 'Quantum computing for fluids: Where do we stand?' looks into how quantum computing could solve the Navier-Stokes equations more efficiently. The authors discuss several quantum computing strategies and hybrid quantum/classical approaches finding that while promising, significant technological advances are needed to fully realize the potential of quantum computing in fluid dynamics.

Alas, quantum advantage not realized for meteorological pursuits, yet. 

• You just might be in the right field. The third annual Quantum Technology Monitor report reveals that advancements in quantum computing could generate up to $2 trillion in value for sectors like chemicals, life sciences, finance, and mobility by 2035.

• Check out this interview of Guillaume Verdon, co-founder of Extropic, the thermodynamic computing startup bringing physics first principles to computation:

ENTANGLED INSIGHTS

QUANTUM FOR SOFTWARE

In response to recent layoffs, some software engineers and developers seeking to broaden their skill sets are considering the growing field of quantum computing and "Building Quantum Software: A Developer’s Guide" is a solid bridge into doing so. This book provides a comprehensive introduction to quantum computing with a focus on essential concepts and practical applications relevant to industries like industrial simulation and drug discovery. It equips developers with the tools to bridge classical and quantum computing while offering visualizations and code implementations to tackle complex problems with quantum solutions.

QISKIT GLOBAL SUMMER SCHOOL

I get a lot of requests for best resources to use while learning quantum computing so I’ve started curating guides for this purpose and bookmarking top-notch materials for future reference.

Recently, I discovered the Qiskit Global Summer School 2023 playlist—an excellent visual resource for both learners and educators. This comprehensive series of video tutorials provides a thorough walkthrough of quantum information and quantum computation. It’s a valuable asset for anyone involved in learning or teaching quantum computing.

WORDS TO PONDER

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