What Is the Point of Quantum?
Explore the practical applications and potential of quantum computing in this 52-minute Devoxx conference talk. Delve into how quantum technology will revolutionize fields like chemistry and cryptography, solving problems currently beyond classical computing capabilities. Learn about the Rigetti quantum advantage prize and its impact on commercial quantum propositions. Discover hands-on demonstrations using IBM Q and Q#, gaining insights into implementing quantum algorithms such as Shor's and Grover's. Understand the types of problems quantum computing will address and how to approach them using current tools and libraries. Get a glimpse of custom quantum simulators built with Clojure, offering a deeper understanding of the underlying mathematics.