Bridging Quantum Mechanics and Computing: A Primer for Software Engineers

• URL: http://arxiv.org/abs/2502.16154v1
• Date: Sat, 22 Feb 2025 09:01:00 GMT
• Title: Bridging Quantum Mechanics and Computing: A Primer for Software Engineers
• Authors: Arvind W Kiwelekar,
• Abstract summary: As quantum technologies progress, software engineers must develop a conceptual understanding of quantum mechanics to grasp its implications for computing.<n>This article focuses on fundamental quantum mechanics principles for software engineers, including wave-particle duality, superposition, entanglement, quantum states, and quantum measurement.
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• Abstract: Quantum mechanics, the fundamental theory that governs the behaviour of matter and energy at microscopic scales, forms the foundation of quantum computing and quantum information science. As quantum technologies progress, software engineers must develop a conceptual understanding of quantum mechanics to grasp its implications for computing. This article focuses on fundamental quantum mechanics principles for software engineers, including wave-particle duality, superposition, entanglement, quantum states, and quantum measurement. Unlike traditional physics-oriented discussions, this article focuses on computational perspectives, assisting software professionals in bridging the gap between classical computing and emerging quantum paradigms.

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