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David McMahon is a physicist and author known for his technical books on topics such as quantum mechanics, relativity, and computational methods. He has written several titles in the 'Explained' series, focusing on making complex scientific and mathematical subjects accessible to a broad audience.
Known for: Quantum Computing Explained
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Quantum Computing Explained
This book provides a clear and accessible introduction to the principles of quantum computing. It explains the mathematical foundations, quantum algorithms, and physical implementation aspects in a way that is approachable for readers with a background in physics, mathematics, or computer science. The text covers key topics such as qubits, quantum gates, entanglement, and quantum error correction, making it a valuable resource for students and professionals seeking to understand the emerging field of quantum computation.
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The Foundations of Quantum Mechanics for Computation
When you venture into quantum computing, you first meet the conceptual world of quantum mechanics—strange but mathematically exact. The central ideas of superposition, measurement, and operators must be absorbed before any mention of algorithms makes sense. Superposition means a quantum system can e...
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Qubits and Quantum Gates
Once the quantum mechanical background is firm, I introduce the main working element: the qubit. A qubit is represented by a two-dimensional state vector, usually written as a linear combination of |0⟩ and |1⟩. You can visualize this using the Bloch sphere—a geometric representation where every poin...
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David McMahon is a physicist and author known for his technical books on topics such as quantum mechanics, relativity, and computational methods. He has written several titles in the 'Explained' series, focusing on making complex scientific and mathematical subjects accessible to a broad audience.
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