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Quantum Computing and Information: A Scaffolding Approach
Unlock the Potential of Quantum This expertly crafted guide demystifies the complexities of quantum computing through a progressive teaching method, making it accessible to students and newcomers alike. Explores quantum systems, gates and circuits, entanglement, algorithms, and more. Unique 'scaffolding approach' for easy understanding. Ideal for educators, students, and self-learners. This is a superbly press-printed edition of the bestselling textbook, featuring a full-color cover and two-color interior. P. Y. Lee and Huiwen Ji, PhD from Princeton; Ran Cheng, PhD from UT Austin
510 pages
Published March 14, 2024
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June 25, 2024
This book is an important addition to the educational literature on quantum computing and information (QCI).
The “scaffolding approach” in the title refers to tried and tested pedagogy whereby concepts are gradually introduced with layered reinforcement and practical exercises, all of which facilitate deep learning, which this fine book excels at.
With this book as your guide, your journey to a thorough understanding of many aspects of QCI will initially take you through solid foundations in quantum theory. You will then be immersed in single and multi-qubit systems and gates, taking in multiple aspects of entanglement and quantum algorithms, including error correction along the way. I especially like the focus on photons to introduce core quantum ideas, but all the topics are framed in such a way as to inspire and motivate you.
The authors have an engaging, lucid, rigorous, and eminently comprehensible style. They are excellent advocates for the growing importance of quantum computing. They use many excellent illustrations, figures, and tables throughout the text, which are presented and typographically styled in a very clear and readable way in both the e-book and paper versions.
A modest background in complex numbers and linear algebra is always very helpful when tackling quantum topics. Still, even so, the authors go to great lengths to use straightforward and easily understood derivations, often from first principles. A very useful summary of the required math is at the back of the book. The book is also replete with interesting and engaging formative exercises to strengthen and consolidate your learning.
All in all, whether you are starting out on your quantum journey or are already into it, this is a book you need to seriously consider.
The “scaffolding approach” in the title refers to tried and tested pedagogy whereby concepts are gradually introduced with layered reinforcement and practical exercises, all of which facilitate deep learning, which this fine book excels at.
With this book as your guide, your journey to a thorough understanding of many aspects of QCI will initially take you through solid foundations in quantum theory. You will then be immersed in single and multi-qubit systems and gates, taking in multiple aspects of entanglement and quantum algorithms, including error correction along the way. I especially like the focus on photons to introduce core quantum ideas, but all the topics are framed in such a way as to inspire and motivate you.
The authors have an engaging, lucid, rigorous, and eminently comprehensible style. They are excellent advocates for the growing importance of quantum computing. They use many excellent illustrations, figures, and tables throughout the text, which are presented and typographically styled in a very clear and readable way in both the e-book and paper versions.
A modest background in complex numbers and linear algebra is always very helpful when tackling quantum topics. Still, even so, the authors go to great lengths to use straightforward and easily understood derivations, often from first principles. A very useful summary of the required math is at the back of the book. The book is also replete with interesting and engaging formative exercises to strengthen and consolidate your learning.
All in all, whether you are starting out on your quantum journey or are already into it, this is a book you need to seriously consider.
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