How do I bridge Python with QCD & QC?
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I’m an M.Sc. Physics student working on a project that aims to explore whether certain existing Quantum Chromodynamics (QCD) structures can be studied or verified using Quantum Computing (QC). Before starting the core work, I’m clearing prerequisites,which include: physics: Mathematical Physics Classical Mechanics (Lagrangian & Hamilton) Quantum Mechanics Nuclear Physics Quantum Electrodynamics (QED) Quantum Chromodynamics (QCD) I am okay with physics. But I’m confused about computational work : I’m currently learning: Basic Python (variables, control structures, lists, functions, etc.) & NumPy and SciPy Qiskit (Python libraries) I’ve realized while going through QC courses & material available online, that being comfortable with syntax or libraries is not sufficient I must be able to translate mathematical, physics structures into computational form; i.e. Encoding formalism of physics, QCD & QC in language of python. My questions are: What level of computational fluency is actually required to meaningfully work at the intersection of QC and QCD? specifically, What concrete mathematical operations should I be able to implement in Python before I consider myself 'ready' ? Are there recommended computational physics resources focused on translating theory into code (rather than just learning Python basics)? any suggestions about resources I should follow? I’d really appreciate guidance from anyone working in computational physics, quantum computing. submitted by /u/dark_blue_thunder [link] [comments]