Helsinki Python meetup at IQM Quantum Computers

👋 Welcome to our June meetup, graciously hosted by IQM Quantum Computers!

📸 Photos of the event may be showcased across various digital platforms by both Helsinki Python and our gracious hosts. We encourage you to share your snapshots too!

🗓️ Schedule

• 17:00 Doors open
• 17:30 Welcoming remarks from the Helsinki Python team and our host
• 17:45 Janne Mäntylä: Engineering a Quantum Future: 0 to 1 in Full-Stack Superconducting Quantum Computers
• 18:20 Break
• 18:50 Quiz 🔮
• 19:00 Julia Ripatti: Introduction to Quantum Computing and Practical Applications of Variational Quantum Algorithms
• 19:30 Per Liebermann: Asynchronous Programming in Quantum Hardware Orchestration
• 20:00 Visit to the IQM showroom
• 21:00 Let’s migrate to a nearby bar to continue our Python discussions 🍻

🎤 Talks

• Janne Mäntylä: Engineering a Quantum Future: 0 to 1 in Full-Stack Superconducting Quantum Computers
  Quantum computers hold the potential to enhance solutions for problems that classical machines find challenging, ranging from molecular simulations to logistics and financial optimizations. This talk delves into the prerequisites and applications, IQM's comprehensive superconducting approach from cryogenics to quantum operating systems, and an insightful review of the current technology landscape alongside future challenges.* Julia Ripatti: Introduction to Quantum Computing and Practical Applications of Variational Quantum Algorithms
  Quantum computers may tackle specific computational challenges unattainable by classical computers. This talk serves as an introductory guide to the core principles of quantum computing, including qubits, quantum gates, and circuits. A focus on Variational Quantum Algorithms (VQAs)—a leading method for near-term quantum systems that blend quantum and classical computing techniques—will be provided through practical applications in optimization and machine learning. Attendees will gain valuable insights on how VQAs are applied.