The quantum computing market is predicted to grow by nearly $1.3 billion over the next five years. Why? Given their quantum mechanical nature, quantum computers are expected to solve difficult problems in chemistry, optimization, finance, and machine learning that classical computers find impossible to unravel.

This pocket guide provides software developers with a quick reference to Qiskit, an open source SDK for working with quantum computers. Packed with helpful programming examples, tables, figures, and lists, this handy book helps you find the information you need to develop and debug quantum programs.

Whether you're focused on business, engineering, or scientific applications, you'll learn how to choose and apply appropriate Qiskit classes, methods, and functions.

Learn how to create quantum circuits, define quantum gates, and leverage the transpiler
Explore modules for implementing quantum information concepts and quantum algorithms
Survey features of Qiskit that abstract and facilitate working with various quantum computers and simulators
Learn how to use the latest version of the Open Quantum Assembly Language

About the Authors

James L. Weaver is a developer, author, and speaker with a passion for quantum computing. He is a Java Champion, and a JavaOne Rockstar. James has written books including Inside Java, Beginning J2EE, the Pro JavaFX series, and Java with Raspberry Pi. As an IBM Quantum Developer Advocate, James speaks internationally about quantum computing with Qiskit at quantum and classical computing conferences.

Frank J. Harkins is a developer and writer from the north of England. He graduated with a physics degree from the University of Leeds in 2018 and currently works for the Qiskit community team, creating tools for anyone teaching or learning about quantum computing. Frank plays the guitar and enjoys the outdoors.

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