X-Cited Science Magazine - No:2

Science Talk
6
What is quantum
programming
with Dr. Özlem Salehi Köken
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On February 1 st , we had the chance
to speak with Dr. Özlem Salehi
Köken who is an academician
at Özyeğin University, faculty of
computer engineering. We tried
to understand what quantum
programming is by asking her
a variety of questions about
herself, quantum programming,
quantum computers, and QTurkey.
Thanks to this pleasant and
inspiring conversation, we have
better understood the basics of
the quantum computing area
and complex terms related to
quantum programming. During
the interview, with her simplistic
explanation of the quantum world
and computer programming, she
managed to make even the most
abstract notions understandable.
Also, we witnessed two different
areas of science, physics, and
computer programming can be
combined in a single study field,
which really impressed us. Although
understanding some concepts
challenged us, it was an inspiring
experience for the entire X-cited
team.