Quantum Computing & Algorithms

By Prof. Yogesh Chandra Sharma

Quantum Horizons: Volume IV - Quantum Computing & Algorithms offers a clear and compact introduction to a rapidly developing field, aimed at readers without extensive backgrounds in physics or advanced mathematics. The book begins by establishing the foundations of quantum information: qubits, quantum operations, and measurement. Building on this, it introduces core algorithmic primitives such as quantum transforms, estimation techniques, Hamiltonian simulation, and amplitude amplification - tools that appear across many quantum algorithms.

The middle chapters focus on engineering realities, emphasizing error control, hardware-algorithm co-design, and the role of emulators. These sections highlight the interplay between theoretical ideas and experimental constraints, a recurring theme throughout the volume. The final chapters survey applications in chemistry, optimization, and machine learning, while also addressing broader considerations such as security, standards, and responsible deployment.

Designed for flexible use, the book supports both linear reading and topic-specific exploration. Students, practitioners, and general readers will find accessible explanations that bridge disciplinary boundaries. Emphasis is placed on clarity, reproducibility, and practical reasoning, encouraging readers to pair study with small hands-on projects. By grounding ambitious ideas in realistic assumptions and modest experiments, the volume aims to equip readers with the conceptual tools needed to follow and contribute to ongoing developments in quantum computing.

• Format: Paperback
• Language: English
• ISBN: 9356358435
• ISBN13: 9789356358430
• Release Date: February 2026
• Publisher: Prof. Yogesh Chandra Sharma
• Length: 92 Pages
• Weight: 0.30 lbs.
• Dimensions: 0.2" x 6.0" x 9.0"