Limits of the Possible in Quantum Computing

Abstract: Where do current quantum computers "top out" at? What can we do with a quantum computer that cannot be done on "classical" computers? How do we benchmark quantum computers? What does a logical qubit really represent and are quantum companies misleading us?

Hybrid Event: Zoom & in person Hacker Dojo Mountainview
https://us06web.zoom.us/j/87973995047?pwd=5Ev7jOL0iwQsMcRsfRQjl9tDaIjAD6.1

We will tackle these questions and much more as we gauge the performance of quantum computers to perform tasks/algorithms and use historical data to predict where we are headed next. Beginners and all questions are welcome! Although we will get into some of the technical details, if one cannot explain a subject simply, one doesn't understand it. We'll do our best to explain the essence of capabilities but also give numbers for context.

Bio: Jamie is currently a student at UW-Madison studying quantum computing, quantum error correction, and related subjects. Although not a quantum researcher yet per se, Jamie researches the researchers by putting himself in the rooms with the smartest people he can find by being a prolific attendee of academic and industry conferences in the quantum field. You'll find him in the area every year for Q2B and RSA but also frequently at the Simons Institute on the UC-Berkeley campus for their workshops or taking several quantum related courses in CS and physics through Stanford remotely.

Hybrid Event: Zoom:
https://us06web.zoom.us/j/87973995047?pwd=5Ev7jOL0iwQsMcRsfRQjl9tDaIjAD6.1