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Books, courses, videos, and platforms for quantum computing and mechanics

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Quantum Computation and Quantum Information

Michael A. Nielsen & Isaac L. Chuang

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The definitive textbook on quantum computing. Covers quantum circuits, algorithms, error correction, and information theory with mathematical rigor.

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A comprehensive graduate-level introduction to quantum mechanics, covering wavefunctions, operators, perturbation theory, and scattering.

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The standard undergraduate textbook for quantum mechanics. Clear explanations of the Schrödinger equation, spin, and identical particles.

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Modern Quantum Mechanics

J.J. Sakurai & Jim Napolitano

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A rigorous yet accessible graduate text covering state vectors, angular momentum, approximation methods, and relativistic quantum mechanics.

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An Introduction to Quantum Computing

Phillip Kaye, Raymond Laflamme & Michele Mosca

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A practical introduction covering quantum gates, algorithms, physical implementations, and the computational advantages of quantum systems.

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An accessible introduction to quantum computing by a renowned physicist, covering circuits, algorithms, and the basics of quantum information.

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Quantum Computing for Computer Scientists

Noson S. Yanofsky & Mirco A. Mannucci

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Bridges the gap between computer science and quantum mechanics. Covers linear algebra, quantum algorithms, and complexity theory.

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A comprehensive treatment of quantum information theory, including entropy, channel capacity, and quantum error correction.

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A comprehensive text bridging mathematical foundations with practical quantum computing implementations and physical realizations.

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Quantum Computing: A Gentle Introduction

Eleanor Rieffel & Wolfgang Polak

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A thorough yet accessible introduction to quantum computing requiring minimal physics background. Covers circuits, algorithms, and quantum information theory.

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Dancing with Qubits

Robert S. Sutor

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An intuitive and hands-on guide to quantum computing that builds understanding from basic quantum mechanics through to advanced algorithms.

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Principles of Quantum Computation and Information

Giuliano Benenti, Giulio Casati & Giuliano Strini

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A comprehensive two-volume set covering both the foundations of quantum computation and advanced topics in quantum information processing.

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A clear, self-contained introduction to quantum computing that explains key concepts with minimal mathematics.

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A comprehensive treatment of information theory covering both classical Shannon theory and quantum information theory.

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A comprehensive textbook bridging conceptual understanding with practical problem-solving in quantum mechanics.

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A modern approach to teaching quantum mechanics using a paradigms-based methodology, emphasizing conceptual understanding.

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A practical guide to quantum computing covering both theory and hands-on implementation with modern quantum computing frameworks.

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Learn Quantum Computing with Python and Q#

Sarah C. Kaiser & Cassandra Granade

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A hands-on introduction to quantum computing using Python and Microsoft's Q# language, with practical examples and exercises.

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A practical guide to implementing quantum algorithms using Java and the Strangeworks platform, focusing on real-world applications.

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A critical examination of the foundations and interpretations of quantum mechanics, exploring conceptual puzzles and paradoxes.

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A textbook designed for undergraduate computer science students, covering both classical and quantum computing paradigms.

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A project-based introduction to quantum computing with exercises in quantum algorithms, cryptography, and error correction.

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IBM's annual quantum computing summer school. Covers quantum gates, algorithms, error mitigation, and hands-on Qiskit programming.

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MIT's undergraduate quantum mechanics course covering wave mechanics, the Schrödinger equation, and the uncertainty principle.

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Covers quantum mechanics in greater depth: angular momentum, spin, perturbation theory, and identical particles.

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Caltech's graduate-level quantum information and computation course taught by John Preskill, including his famous lecture notes covering quantum entanglement, quantum Shannon theory, and quantum error correction.

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Scott Aaronson's lecture notes for his graduate quantum information science course at UT Austin, covering qubits, quantum algorithms, and complexity.

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Advanced course covering quantum algorithms, quantum Shannon theory, and quantum cryptography.

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An online version of MIT's quantum mechanics course with interactive problem sets and video lectures.

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MITx's introduction to quantum information science on edX, taught by Isaac Chuang, Aram Harrow, and Peter Shor — qubits, gates, and core quantum algorithms.

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edX: Quantum Cryptography (Caltech & Delft)

Stephanie Wehner & Umesh Vazirani (Caltech/Delft)

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An advanced edX course on quantum cryptography from Caltech and TU Delft, taught by Stephanie Wehner and Umesh Vazirani, covering QKD, entanglement-based protocols, and security proofs.

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A conceptual introduction to quantum mechanics from Georgetown University, requiring no advanced math background.

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Leonard Susskind's acclaimed lecture series on quantum mechanics from Stanford, part of the Theoretical Minimum program.

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IBM's 2023 global summer school covering quantum algorithms, error mitigation, and hands-on Qiskit exercises.

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An interactive, hands-on introduction to quantum computing concepts through puzzles, visualizations, and guided exercises.

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A comprehensive year-long quantum computing course by The Coding School, covering foundations through advanced topics with live instruction.

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A comprehensive course from IIT on quantum computing covering quantum gates, algorithms, and quantum simulation techniques.

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MIT's third undergraduate quantum course covering perturbation theory, scattering, and relativistic quantum mechanics.

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IBM Quantum's official learning platform with interactive courses, tutorials, and certification paths for quantum computing.

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A deep dive into quantum algorithm design from TU Delft, covering Grover, Shor, and quantum Fourier transform.

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3Blue1Brown: Quantum-Related Videos

3Blue1Brown (Grant Sanderson)

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Collection of videos from 3Blue1Brown touching on quantum concepts — Bell's inequality, Schrödinger's equation, and quantum mechanics visualizations.

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Extensive video library covering quantum computing tutorials, Qiskit coding sessions, and quantum research discussions.

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MinutePhysics: Quantum Computing

MinutePhysics (Henry Reich)

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Short, engaging videos explaining quantum computing concepts from superposition to quantum error correction.

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PennyLane: Quantum Machine Learning Demos & Lectures

PennyLane / Xanadu (Maria Schuld et al.)

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Xanadu's PennyLane quantum machine learning channel and demos, covering variational algorithms, kernel methods, and QML theory (work by Maria Schuld and colleagues).

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Research-level lectures from the University of Waterloo's IQC, covering topological quantum computing, error correction, and quantum information.

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Research talks and explainers from Google Quantum AI on quantum supremacy, error correction, and quantum hardware.

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A thorough series on quantum mechanics fundamentals, from wavefunctions to perturbation theory, with clear mathematical derivations.

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In-depth explorations of quantum physics concepts from the PBS Space Time channel, covering black holes, entanglement, and quantum fields.

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Clear, critical explanations of quantum mechanics and quantum computing by physicist Sabine Hossenfelder, making complex topics accessible.

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Friendly, visual explanations of quantum mechanics concepts aimed at making quantum physics intuitive and accessible.

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Domain of Science: Quantum Computing Explainers

Domain of Science (Dominic Walliman)

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Quantum computing and quantum mechanics explainer videos from Domain of Science, covering QC fundamentals with clear visual maps.

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Ryan O'Donnell's CMU lecture course on quantum computation and information, aimed at computer scientists. Full video lectures and notes via his CMU page.

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Graduate-level lecture series on quantum information theory by John Watrous, covering quantum channels, entropy, and capacity.

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Official tutorials from Microsoft on quantum programming with Q#, including quantum algorithms and Azure Quantum.

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Clear and detailed video explanations of quantum mechanics concepts, from basic principles to advanced topics.

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Veritasium: Quantum Physics Videos

Veritasium (Derek Muller)

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Popular science videos exploring quantum mechanics phenomena, including quantum entanglement, measurement, and quantum computing.

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Educational video series from QuTech in the Netherlands, covering quantum computing fundamentals and quantum internet concepts.

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Recorded talks and seminars from the Quantum Open Source Foundation, covering open-source quantum computing projects and research.

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Official Google Cirq tutorials covering quantum circuit design, noise simulation, and running circuits on quantum processors.

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Sean Carroll's comprehensive lecture series on quantum mechanics, covering the foundations, interpretations, and modern developments.

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Cloud-based quantum computing platform. Access real IBM quantum processors, run circuits, and use the Qiskit SDK.

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AWS-managed quantum computing service with access to IonQ, Rigetti, and D-Wave hardware. Features hybrid quantum-classical workflows.

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Google's quantum computing research platform featuring the Sycamore processor and Cirq SDK. Pioneered quantum supremacy demonstrations.

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Full-stack quantum cloud platform with Q# programming language, resource estimation, and access to ion-trap and topological qubit hardware.

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Xanadu's PennyLane web platform: hosted QML demos, the Codebook interactive course, datasets, and cloud access to quantum devices. (For the SDK itself, see the Tools section.)

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Cloud access to Xanadu's photonic quantum computers via the PennyLane framework. Specializes in continuous-variable quantum computing and QML.

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Cloud access to IonQ's trapped-ion quantum computers, available through AWS Braket, Azure Quantum, and direct API access.

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Cloud platform for D-Wave's quantum annealers and hybrid solvers. Access quantum annealing systems for optimization problems.

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A cloud-agnostic quantum computing platform that provides access to multiple hardware backends through a unified interface.

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A quantum algorithm design platform that automatically optimizes quantum circuits from high-level functional descriptions.

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Integrated quantum computing platform featuring Honeywell's trapped-ion hardware and the TKET quantum SDK for circuit optimization.

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UK-based quantum cloud platform providing access to superconducting quantum computers via OQC's Coaxmon architecture.

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Full-stack quantum cloud platform with access to Rigetti's superconducting processors, the Quil instruction set, and the Forest SDK.

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Quantum Algorithm Zoo

Stephen Jordan

Research Guide

A comprehensive catalog of quantum algorithms maintained by Stephen Jordan, organized by problem domain with references and speedups.

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A community-maintained wiki for quantum information science, covering concepts, people, institutions, and research topics.

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The primary preprint repository for quantum physics and quantum computing research. Access the latest papers and foundational works.

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A curated directory and news source tracking the quantum computing industry, including hardware, software, and company profiles.

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IBM's comprehensive collection of Jupyter notebook tutorials covering quantum computing concepts with hands-on Qiskit exercises.

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A collection of resources on quantum networking, quantum repeaters, and the emerging quantum internet from QuTech.

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A global community-driven platform offering quantum computing workshops, tutorials, and educational materials in multiple languages.

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An interactive platform for learning quantum computing through visual circuit builders, challenges, and guided tutorials.

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National Institute of Standards and Technology resources on quantum computing standards, post-quantum cryptography, and quantum metrology.

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