The Graduate School Quantum Technologies of Université Paris Cité organised a one-day introductory session on quantum programming, led by Vivien Londe, a quantum computing specialist.
Attendees included interns from the Graduate School’s two masters programs, PhD students from the Institut de Recherche en Informatique Fondamentale (IRIF) and the Matériaux et Phénomènes Quantiques (MPQ) laboratory, and IRIF post-docs.
During the day, they had the opportunity to learn how to code well-known quantum algorithms using a quantum software development environment.
No prior knowledge of a quantum programming language was required, only a basic knowledge of the Python programming language was recommended for accuracy analysis.
Understanding a key concept: “phase estimation”
The morning session was dedicated to a fundamental algorithm in quantum computing: “phase estimation”.
Quantum computing specialist Vivien Londe showed students how this algorithm works, making it one of the most important quantum algorithms for chemistry.
Let’s pratice: “Hamiltonian simulation”
The afternoon session introduced students to Hamiltonian simulation. How does it work? Use a quantum system that we control well (the quantum computer) to simulate another quantum system that we want to investigate.
An instructive session appreciated by students
“It was an excellent opportunity to get an overview of some key concepts in quantum programming and to start working with quantum programming languages. Fundamentals as well as more specialized topics were clearly explained.” Student attendee
“The session is very well designed. I appreciated the simplifications made to the content, for example the implementation of a simple example of phase estimation instead of the more general version, which is very instructive and makes the session more accessible. I also really liked the illustration of phase estimation with the analogy of water waves and light beams.” Student attendee
À lire aussi
Do you have to be bilingual to participate in Circle U. activities
Going abroad to study in a foreign language can seem intimidating. Yet a first experience may be all it takes to build confidence and take the leap. Irina tells us how taking part in one of Circle U.’s summer schools helped her gain confidence and prepare for a...
read more
How Circle U. helped me define my career path
Susanna’s journey with Circle U. began with an online course. This first experience allowed her to discover the alliance and marked the beginning of a journey that led her to become a student ambassador, pursue a double degree in Paris, and complete an internship at...
read more
A journey to self discovery – the story of a Circle U. Student Fellow
What if one conference could change the direction of your studies and make you rethink what you want to do with your future? This is the story of Emma, who discovered a new path through an unexpected Circle U. opportunity. Her experience is a reminder of the value of...
read more
UPCité renforce son partenariat avec l’Université Sorbonne Nouvelle
Le 9 septembre 2026, à l’Université Sorbonne Nouvelle, les deux établissements ont signé un accord-cadre visant à renforcer et structurer leurs collaborations dans les domaines de la recherche, de la formation et de la vie étudiante. Cet accord s’inscrit dans la...
read more