Qiskit
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Version 2.2.3 + Free Support on Ubuntu 24.04
Qiskit is an open-source quantum computing SDK developed by IBM. It provides tools to design, simulate, and execute quantum circuits on both simulators and real quantum hardware. Written in Python, Qiskit enables researchers, developers, and students to explore quantum algorithms, study quantum information science, and develop quantum applications for fields like optimization, cryptography, and machine learning.
Features of Qiskit:
- Open-source and modular framework for building and running quantum programs.
- Includes components such as Terra (core framework), Aer (simulator), and IBM Runtime (hardware access).
- Supports simulation and real quantum hardware execution via IBM Quantum Cloud.
- Python-based and integrates seamlessly with scientific computing libraries like NumPy and Matplotlib.
- Provides tools for visualization, circuit optimization, and quantum machine learning.
- Actively developed and maintained by IBM and the open-source quantum community.
To check the installed version, run:
$ source /opt/qiskit/venv/bin/activate
$ pip show qiskit
Disclaimer: Qiskit® is an open-source project developed and maintained by IBM and the quantum computing community under the Apache 2.0 License. It is provided "as is," without any warranty, express or implied. Users are responsible for understanding and complying with applicable licensing terms and data regulations while using Qiskit.