Part 1 Foundations

Traditional programming has evolved to use high-level abstractions that protect developers from the intricacies of hardware, but quantum computing still largely involves low-level programming tasks. Today’s quantum developers must work closely with basic quantum computing instructions, much like early classical programmers worked directly with assembly code. This is not likely to change soon, and that is why understanding quantum computing fundamentals is crucial for anyone wanting to develop quantum software.

Don’t let this intimidate you. You won’t need complex physics or mathematics to master quantum programming. With basic programming experience and high school trigonometry, you can build a strong foundation in quantum computing. Our approach centers on hands-on learning: you’ll implement quantum concepts in Python, building a quantum simulator that lets you experiment directly with quantum states and operations.