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Quantum computing gets a reality check (Changelog News #82)

Feb 19, 2024

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The podcast discusses the reality of quantum computing, challenges faced in the tech industry, and the importance of open source and code refactoring. Topics include AI acceleration, independence from corporate control, and valuable advice for first-time open source contributors.

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There is a bear case for near-term quantum computing applications, indicating skepticism towards optimistic timelines proposed by quantum computing companies.

In the realm of artificial intelligence, technologists are adopting a cautious approach to their own power, amidst a moral panic and tech backlash, leading to introspection about societal impacts.

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Quantum Computing's Bear Case

The podcast episode discusses the bear case for near-term quantum computing applications, highlighting the growing pushback against optimistic timelines proposed by quantum computing companies. While some have hyped the impact of quantum computing on real-world problems in a few years, the article suggests that such expectations may be unrealistic. The episode also mentions the ongoing debates around the validity, timeliness, and long-term effects of quantum computing, comparing it to other computing endeavors with smart people on either side of the argument.

Introduction

3min

Exploring Developer-Run Projects, AI Acceleration, and Tech Industry Changes

2min

Insights on Open Source and Code Refactoring

2min

Ship It is back! IEEE Spectrum writes about quantum computing’s reality check, Maxim Dounin announces freenginx, Nadia Asparouhova goes deep on AI & the “effective accelerationism” movement, Angie Byron helps first time open source contributors avoid common pitfalls & Miroslav Nikolov writes up his advice for high-risk refactoring.

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