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Scott Aaronson - Quantum Computing, Complexity, and Creativity
Nov 20, 2020
01:27:05
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Scott Aaronson, a Professor of Computer Science and Quantum Computing expert, discusses topics such as the historical development of quantum computing, the busy beaver function and its properties, the difficulty of finding a Nash equilibrium in game theory, and the relationship between complexity class and creativity.
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- Becoming an expert in a narrow area can lead to becoming a world expert on a specific problem relatively quickly.
- Early specialization in a field allows for deep exploration and mastery of the subject, but may come with social and developmental challenges.
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Importance of Becoming an Expert in a Narrow Field
Becoming an expert in a whole field may take years, but becoming a world expert on a specific problem can happen relatively quickly. The speaker encourages listeners to focus on becoming highly knowledgeable in a narrow area, even if it is a small part of a larger field.
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