Quantum Computing in Practice

Explore quantum computing in practice through this insightful interview with Murray Thom, VP of Product Management at D-Wave, recorded for GOTO Unscripted 2021. Discover how D-Wave opened its platform for COVID research and learn about the unique advantages of quantum annealing. Delve into the history of quantum computing, its energy efficiency, and future prospects. Gain practical knowledge on how developers can leverage quantum computing today, supported programming languages, and debugging facilities. Understand the potential of quantum computing to outperform classical techniques in specific applications. This comprehensive discussion covers everything from the basics to advanced concepts, providing a valuable resource for those interested in the rapidly evolving field of quantum computing.

Intro
Opening D-Wave platform for COVID research
Why is your platform is uniquely suited for that?
What is quantum annealing?
The history of quantum computing
Is quantum computing energy efficient?
Where is quantum computing heading in the next 10 years?
How can a developer benefit from the platform today?
Which programming languages are supported?
Debugging facilities
Quantum computing more efficient than classical techniques
Outro