Overview
Explore quantum Low-Density Parity-Check (LDPC) codes in this 56-minute lecture from Microsoft Research's Nicolas Delfosse at the Park City Mathematics Institute's Graduate Summer School. Dive into how these quantum error correction codes could significantly reduce the overhead required for fault-tolerant quantum computation compared to the popular surface code. Learn about various LDPC code constructions, their decoding algorithms, and syndrome extraction circuits, building upon fundamental quantum error correction concepts. Access complementary lecture notes and problem sets to reinforce understanding of this critical advancement in quantum computing technology. Part of a comprehensive three-week summer program featuring expert-led minicourses on quantum computation, including topics like quantum learning, information theory, and linear-algebraic algorithms.
Syllabus
Part 4 Quantum LDPC codes | Nicolas Delfosse (Microsoft Research)
Taught by
IAS | PCMI Park City Mathematics Institute