Quantum Computing: Recent Developments and Resources

In summary, there is currently no textbook that covers more recent developments in Quantum Computing than Nielsen and Chuang's "Quantum Computation and Quantum Information," which was published in 2000. However, there is a 10th anniversary edition available, though it is just a reprint. Most recent work in this field can be found on Arxiv:quant-ph or by searching for papers that cite a "breakthrough" paper in the topic of interest. Despite the lack of more recent textbooks, Nielsen and Chuang's book is still considered the best in this field."
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More recent book than Nielsen and Chuang "Quantum Computation and Quantum Informaion"

For this famous book, I discovered too late that there are no References more recent than 2000.
Do you know of a textbook that covers more recent developments in Quantum Computing?
Thanks
Don Parsons
 
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dfp10 said:
For this famous book, I discovered too late that there are no References more recent than 2000.
Do you know of a textbook that covers more recent developments in Quantum Computing?
Thanks
Don Parsons

They have recently come out with a 10th anniversary edition but it is basically just a reprint.

Most work in the past 10 years is on Arxiv:quant-ph which has many search options. Another search option is to pick classic "breakthrough" paper on the topic you are interested in and search for papers that cite it as a reference.

In my opinion, it is still the best book out there.

Skippy
 

1. What is quantum computing?

Quantum computing is a type of computing that uses quantum-mechanical phenomena, such as superposition and entanglement, to perform operations on data. It has the potential to solve complex problems much faster than classical computers.

2. What are some recent developments in quantum computing?

In recent years, there have been significant advancements in the field of quantum computing. Some notable developments include the demonstration of quantum supremacy by Google, the creation of larger and more stable quantum computers by companies like IBM and Intel, and the development of quantum algorithms that can solve real-world problems.

3. What are the challenges facing quantum computing?

One of the main challenges facing quantum computing is the issue of maintaining the delicate quantum states required for computation. This is known as quantum decoherence and can be caused by factors such as noise and interactions with the environment. Another challenge is the development of error correction techniques to mitigate the effects of errors in quantum computation.

4. What are some resources for learning about quantum computing?

There are many resources available for learning about quantum computing, including online courses, books, and research papers. Some popular online courses include those offered by edX, Coursera, and Udemy. Books such as "Quantum Computing for Everyone" by Chris Bernhardt and "Quantum Computing: A Gentle Introduction" by Eleanor Rieffel and Wolfgang Polak are also great resources for beginners.

5. How is quantum computing being used in real-world applications?

While quantum computing is still in its early stages, there are already some real-world applications being explored. These include optimization problems in fields such as finance and logistics, machine learning, and cryptography. Companies like Google, IBM, and Microsoft are also investing in quantum computing for their own research and development purposes.

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