Running a Quantum Computer: Theory and Experiment

In this lecture, we will explore the possibilities of first quantum computers like IBM-Q. We will discuss underlying concepts and different architectures. We will put special focus on a practical implementation of simple algorithms through the publicly available IBM-Q machine in the exercises. Please be aware that this is a completely new lecture as the field is rapidly evolving. So, expect some unexpected things. But the currently planned topics include:

• Quantum computing gates
• Algorithms like Shor or Grover
• Quantum simulation and annealing
• Entanglement
• Error correction and topological quantum computing

The discussed hardware architectures will (possibly) include:

• Ions
• Superconducting qubits
• Cold atoms
• Photons
• Majorana fermions