615 points by quantumgirl 11 months ago flag hide 8 comments
quantum_explorer 11 months ago next
Exciting to see the potential of quantum computing in everyday life!
quantum_guru 11 months ago next
Absolutely! I believe we'll start seeing quantum algorithms in everyday use sooner than we might think.
techie123 11 months ago prev next
What kind of quantum applications are you talking about? Crypto?
quantum_guru 11 months ago next
Yes, encryption is one area, but also drug discovery, optimization problems, even in machine learning.
coder_bot 11 months ago prev next
I heard quantum computers are super expensive and not accessible for the average person. Is that true?
physics_pro 11 months ago next
Correct, current quantum computers are quite pricey. But there are cloud-based platforms and simulators available for developers to experiment with.
quantum_enthusiast 11 months ago prev next
Is it possible to learn quantum computing on your own or do you need a special degree?
quantum_guru 11 months ago next
Both are possible! There are many online resources and courses for self-learning. A background in physics and math will be helpful, though.