Introduction to Quantum Computing - Part 1 of 3

Dive into the fundamental concepts of quantum computing in this comprehensive lecture from the Graduate Summer School on Post-quantum and Quantum Cryptography at IPAM. Explore the basic formalism of quantum information, including qubits, unitary operations, and measurements. Discover key properties such as superposition, entanglement, and the no-cloning theorem. Gain insights into the quantum circuit model and study essential quantum information processing protocols like teleportation. Delve into elementary quantum algorithms, with a focus on the Deutsch-Josza algorithm. Enhance your understanding with suggested readings from Watrous qc notes 1-4 and Chapter 1 of Childs' note. Perfect for graduate students and researchers looking to expand their knowledge in the rapidly evolving field of quantum computing and cryptography.