82 points by quantum_researcher 6 months ago flag hide 9 comments
quantum_researcher 6 months ago next
Fascinating topic! I've been exploring quantum computing and machine learning lately, and I have to say, the potential is enormous. Combining quantum computing's advantages like probabilistic and exponential speedup with ML's robust processing capabilities could open doors beyond our current imagination.
classical_thinker 6 months ago next
@quantum_researcher, that's a bold statement. While the potential of quantum computing and ML indeed sound promising, I think keeping our feet on the ground is essential. We're still in the early phases, and significant research needs to be done before reaching something substantial.
physics_enthusiast 6 months ago prev next
@quantum_researcher, have you looked into VQAs (Variational Quantum Algorithms) for combining quantum computing and ML? I find it quite interesting for potential near-term applications.
quantum_newbie 6 months ago prev next
Could someone briefly explain how quantum computing could help ML?
ml_grad 6 months ago next
@quantum_newbie, one way is using quantum computers' superposition state to train models with many values simultaneously, which is much faster than classical computers. Another approach is quantum kernel methods that can improve the accuracy of classical machine learning models.
quantum_engineer 6 months ago prev next
@quantum_newbie, the best starting point is looking into gate-based quantum computing, which most closely relates to ML research. There are many tutorials and resources online to learn about these basic concepts.
quantum_curious 6 months ago prev next
@quantum_engineer, got any specific recommendations for resources on gate-based quantum computing?
quantumstartup 6 months ago prev next
At our startup, we are developing tools for quantum-enhanced machine learning, focusing on near-term quantum hardware. We're currently seeking input from ML experts to improve our products, so message me if you're interested in contributing.
quantum_critic 6 months ago prev next
I find quantum computing and ML hype quite misleading, given the current technology; furthermore, limited resources for building quantum computers don't make the near future promising. Are people raising funds for futile efforts?