A friendly introduction to quantum programming.
What if you had a computer that could process billions of different inputs at the same time?
Quantum computing is a radically new way to think about algorithms and data. It can feel mysterious or technically challenging, but it doesn’t have to be. If you want to understand how quantum computers work—and how to program them—this friendly, self-contained guide is for you.
This approachable yet rigorous book walks you step-by-step through quantum computing fundamentals, such as superposition, quantum gates, interference, entanglement, and measurement, then teaches you how to write real quantum programs.
Along the way, you’ll:
Understand how to store and transform quantum informationGrasp the surprising process of quantum measurementExplore Simon’s, Grover’s, and Shor’s algorithmsWrite and run your own quantum code using free simulators and live hardware
Author Andrew Glassner is known for turning complex topics into accessible and enjoyable learning experiences. In this book, he brings visual thinking, clarity, context, and precision to the strange and fascinating world of quantum programming. All the ideas and math are built up slowly so you’ll master every step.
Whether you’re a programmer, student, educator, scientist, poet, or anyone else who loves new ideas that stretch your mind, this is the guide that will take you from “What is a qubit?” to writing and running working quantum algorithms with curiosity, creativity, and confidence.
From the Publisher
About the Author
Andrew Glassner, PhD, is a principal research scientist at FX, where he uses deep learning to help artists produce visual effects for film and TV. He was technical papers chair for SIGGRAPH ‘94, founding editor of the Journal of Computer Graphics Techniques, and editor in chief of ACM Transactions on Graphics. His prior books include Deep Learning: A Visual Approach (No Starch Press), the Graphics Gems series, and the textbook Principles of Digital Image Synthesis. In his free time, he paints, writes novels, and plays jazz piano.
About the Publisher
No Starch Press has published the finest in geek entertainment since 1994, creating both timely and timeless titles like Python Crash Course, Python for Kids, How Linux Works, and Hacking: The Art of Exploitation. An independent, San Francisco-based publishing company, No Starch Press focuses on a curated list of well-crafted books that make a difference. They publish on many topics, including computer programming, cybersecurity, operating systems, and LEGO. The titles have personality, the authors are passionate experts, and all the content goes through extensive editorial and technical reviews. Long known for its fun, fearless approach to technology, No Starch Press has earned wide support from STEM enthusiasts worldwide.
ASIN : B0DHV5J5LD
Publisher : No Starch Press
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Publication date : September 16, 2025
Language : English
File size : 25.9 MB
Enhanced typesetting : Enabled
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Print length : 420 pages
ISBN-13 : 978-1718504011
Page Flip : Enabled
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