Best Qubits Podcasts (2024)

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D-Wave Leads the Commercialization of Quantum with Guest Murray Thom 34:35

1h ago34:35

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In Episode 89, Patrick speaks with Murray Thom, Vice President of Quantum Technology Evangelism at D-Wave Quantum, Inc. The team discusses Machine Learning Models, redefining problems for Quantum Computers, and Quantum Supremacy. Murray Thom, VP of Quantum Technology Evangelism at D-Wave, has more than 20 years of experience in the quantum computin…

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84. Comparing Terraform, Pulumi and Bicep: Infrastructure as code - with Sam Cogan 37:33

5h ago37:33

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In this episode, we talk with Sam Cogan, a Solution Architect from Willis Towers Watson. We discuss infrastructure as code and cloud automation. Sam shares his perspective on tools like Terraform, Pulumi, and Bicep - explaining why he prefers Pulumi's ability to use programming languages. We also dive into topics like simplifying container manageme…

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The Future of Encryption Security: Featuring Guest Tim Hollebeek 36:01

11d ago36:01

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In Episode 88, Patrick and Ciprian welcome back Tim Hollebeek from Digicert. They dive into the latest concerns surrounding learning with errors, the future security of encryption, and both current and emerging standards. Timothy Hollebeek, Industry and Standards Technical Strategist at DigiCert, Inc. has nearly two decades of computer security exp…

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83. Technology, process and people: Succeeding through digital evolution – with Karel Zikmund 40:21

11d ago40:21

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In this episode, we talk with Karel Zikmund, a principal software engineer at Microsoft. We discuss the technical and soft skills needed to succeed at different career stages. Karel provides insights on hiring practices, performance optimization, code reviews, and adapting to change in the fast-paced tech industry. Regarding performance, he advocat…

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Building Supply Chains to Support Automating Qubit Characterization with Himadri Majumdar & Vishal Chatrath 35:36

25d ago35:36

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In Episode 87 Patrick speaks with returning guest Himadri Majumdar, co-founder and chief executive of SemiQon, and first time guest Vishal Chatrath, CEO of Quantrolox. The team explores building commercially focused supply chains to support automating qubit characterization, and how competition fosters innovation. Himadri Majumdar is the Co-founder…

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82. The constant evolution of IoT: How services and strategies are changing - with Pete Gallagher 41:32

1M ago41:32

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In this episode, we talk with Pete Gallagher, a full stack manager at Avanade and an Azure and IoT MVP. We discuss the evolution of IoT technology and Microsoft's approach. As IoT has matured, the focus has shifted from standalone hype to integrating these capabilities into broader data platforms. We explore how services like Azure, IoT, Grid, and …

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Future Frontiers: AI, Quantum Computing, and Beyond 40:58

2M ago40:58

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In Episode 86: In this visionary episode, Patrick and Ciprian dive into the evolving world of artificial intelligence. They explore groundbreaking developments in GPT and large language models, assess the commercial stability of quantum computing, and discuss the upcoming discoveries and solutions poised to transform our future. Tune in to Episode …

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81. From APIs to natural language: The democratization of AI - with Henk Boelman 35:03

1M ago35:03

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In this episode, we talk with Henk Boelman, a senior cloud advocate at Microsoft. We discuss recent advances in artificial intelligence. Henk explains how models like GPT have made AI more accessible through natural language interfaces. We delve into the rapid progression of the field and predict capabilities in multi-modal input and conversation. …

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The Quantum Frontier: Tackling Errors and Exploring Rydberg States with Dr. Steven Girvin 46:02

2M ago46:02

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In Episode 85, Patrick and Ciprian speak with returning guest Steven Girvin of Yale University. The team discusses error correction, Rydberg states, erasure errors, and dual rail encoding. Dr. Steve Girvin After graduating in a high school class of 5 students in the small village of Brant Lake, NY and completing his undergraduate degree in physics …

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80. Navigating microservices development: challenges and solutions - with Mark Heath 44:32

2M ago44:32

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In this episode, we talk with Mark Heath. He is a software architect at NICE Systems, a Pluralsight author, and a Microsoft MVP. In this podcast, we discuss some of the key challenges involved with microservices development and newer technologies that aim to address those challenges, such as Aspire and Dapr. We also touch upon concepts like sidecar…

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Quantum Communications Systems & High Transmission Networks with Ryan Lafler of Quantum Corridor 35:03

2M ago35:03

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In Episode 84, Patrick speaks with Ryan Lafler, President and CTO of Quantum Corridor. They discuss communications systems, Quantum key distribution, and high transmission networks. Ryan Lafler co-founded Quantum Corridor, LLC, in early 2022 and serves as the President and Chief Technology Officer of the company. Ryan has more than 20 years of expe…

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79. Bits to Qubits: Exploring the promise and challenges of quantum computing - with Hanna Engel 31:31

2M ago31:31

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In this episode, we talk with Hanna Engel. She is an Azure Cloud Solutions Specialist at Azelis. We dive into how quantum computers operate differently than classical computers using qubits and probabilities. This makes them well-suited for problems in AI, simulation, and optimization. Some companies are already pairing quantum with AI for applicat…

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Quantum Sensor Networks & Future Quantum Application Opportunities with Dr. Prineha Narang of UCLA 42:17

3M ago42:17

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In Episode 83, Patrick and Ciprian speak with returning guest Dr. Prineha Narang of UCLA. The team discusses distributed quantum sensor networks, lasers, magnons, and new technology application opportunities through organic conversations. Dr. Prineha Narang is a Professor in Physical Sciences and Electrical and Computer Engineering at UCLA with an …

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78. Demystifying AI: A real-world look at Copilot's capabilities and limitations in Power Platform - with Yannick Reekmans 44:14

3M ago44:14

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In this episode, we talk with Yannick Reekmans. He is a managing partner and Microsoft cloud solution architect at Qubix. We talk about Microsoft Power Platform and AI. We discuss various topics, including the challenges of using Copilot due to data security and privacy concerns, limitations of security tools in Power Platform, embracing constructi…

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Entangled Things Three Year Anniversary 39:00

3M ago39:00

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Episode82 In Episode 82, Patrick and Ciprian celebrate three years of Entangled Things. The team discusses different modalities, shifting perspectives, and the importance of the algorithms.By Entangled Things

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77. Securing the Cloud: A conversation on digital transformation and security best practices - with Jessey Johnson 52:22

3M ago52:22

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In this episode, we speak with Jessey Johnson, a Cloud Solution Architect and an Advanced Cloud Expert (ACE) at Microsoft, who serves as a bridge between business, IT, and technology. We delve into topics such as digital transformation, the evolving landscape of Azure, and address barriers to inclusion in the tech industry. Jessey shares her journe…

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Quantum Computing in Space with guests Garland Garris & Rima Oueid 41:18

4M ago41:18

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In Episode 81, Patrick and Ciprian speak with returning guest Garland Garris of Accenture Federal Services, and first time guest Rima Oueid of the United States Department of Energy. The team discusses Quantum Computing in space, international development interest, and complimentary technologies to push development timelines. As Accenture Federal S…

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76. Protecting deals in the cloud: building security into every layer - with Oscar van Tol 53:35

4M ago53:35

53:35

In this special episode, Rick interviews Oscar. We talk about Oscar’s work at Virtual Vaults. For the people who don’t know, Oscar is the CTO of Virtual Vaults, a platform for M&A transactions. Mergers & Acquisitions, that is. We discuss the development of their SaaS platform, emphasizing security and compliance. Oscar highlights their focus on con…

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How Electric Utilities Prepare for a Post-Quantum Future in the Energy Sector with Dr. Sayon Chanda 36:33

4M ago36:33

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In Episode 80, Patrick speaks with Sayon Chanda, Senior Scientist at National Renewable Energy Laboratory (NREL), one of US Department of Energy's leading federal research laboratories in Denver Colorado. The team discusses the NISQ era of Quantum Computing, the complexities of current electric utility configurations, and how electric utilities can…

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75. Cracking the code: A deep dive into data layer optimization - with Shay Rojansky 49:08

4M ago49:08

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In this episode, we talk with Shay Rojansky. He is a Microsoft principal software engineer working on .NET data access and a performance member of the Entity Framework team. And he's a lead developer of Npgsql, the open source .NET data provider for PostgreSQL. We discuss various topics related to data and performance in .NET, such as the evolution…

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Patrick and Ciprian discuss Post-Quantum Encryption 43:11

5M ago43:11

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In Episode 79, Patrick and Ciprian talk about Post-Quantum Encryption. A fascinating discussion about asymmetric encryption, NIST post-quantum cryptography standardization, and CRYSTALS - the Cryptographic Suite for Algebraic Lattices.By Entangled Things

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74. AI's impact, potential, and pitfalls: Insights from a cloud visionary - with Sakari Nahi 52:38

5M ago52:38

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In this episode, we talk with Sakari Nahi. He is responsible for the vision, brand, and quality of his company Zure. He is a Microsoft Regional Director and an Azure MVP. He has over twenty years of experience creating custom software and ten years of experience with Azure. He is the founder of the Finland Azure user group and a co-host at the Finn…

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Gamification of Educational Concepts through Quander with Dr. Diana Franklin 37:15

5M ago37:15

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In Episode 78, Patrick and Ciprian speak with returning guest Diana Franklin of the University of Chicago. A fascinating episode where the team discusses gamification of educational concepts through Quander, entanglement, superposition, and the advantages of reframing ideas for Quantum native students. Diana Franklin is an Associate Professor in Co…

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73. Inside the mind of a hacker: Learning to think like your adversaries - with Gerben van de Wiel 52:18

5M ago52:18

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In this episode, we talk with Gerben van de Wiel. He is a Principal Cloud Security Architect at Betabit, specializing in bolstering security through meticulous pen testing and detailed software assessments at YieldDD. Gerben's proficiency is not just limited to assessments; he is also adept at creating and conducting security-focused training progr…

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Episode 20: A Conversation with whurley, CEO and Co-founder, Strangeworks 13:28

5M ago13:28

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This episode of the IEEE Quantum Podcast Series features whurley, founder and CEO of Strangeworks. He provides insights into the evolution of the quantum space and offers advice to those who may be looking to leverage quantum technology or pursue quantum as a career path.By IEEE Quantum

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Revisiting 'What is Quantum Computing?' 37:46

6M ago37:46

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In Episode 77, Patrick and Ciprian meet to revisit old topics with new insights. The team discuss the broad question of, What is Quantum Computing, applications in chemistry, and the search for the right modality.By Entangled Things

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72. Christmas special: Looking back at all the amazing episodes, guests and tech developments of 2023 - with Rick & Oscar 15:48

6M ago15:48

15:48

In this episode, we have a Christmas special. We talk with two very special guests, the hosts themselves. They look back at some of their favorite episodes from the past year, such as interviews with Jimmy Bogart about open source, Sarah Young about security, and Edward Keilholz about Azure Container Apps. They discuss how they enjoyed learning abo…

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SPECIAL EPISODE: QuEra and Harvard University discuss groundbreaking advancements in Quantum Error Correction 49:36

6M ago49:36

49:36

In this special off-cycle release of Episode 76, Patrick and Ciprian speak with returning guest Yuval Boger (QuEra), and first time guests Harry Zhou (QuEra and Harvard) and Dolev Bluvstein (Harvard). The team discusses a historical announcement regarding groundbreaking advancements in Quantum Error Correction utilizing transversal gates to create …

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Neutral Atom Technology and the Emergence of National Quantum Computing Programs with Yuval Boger 45:28

6M ago45:28

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In Episode 75, Patrick and Ciprian speak with Yuval Boger, Chief Marketing Officer at QuEra. This is a fascinating discussion about room temperature Neutral Atom technology, collaborations with educational institutions, and the emergence of national Quantum Computing programs. Yuval Boger is the CMO of QuEra, the leader in neutral atom quantum comp…

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71. Training AI models, the Microsoft Learn platform and entrepreneurship - with Sherry List 51:06

6M ago51:06

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In this episode, we talk with Sherry List. She has worked with a variety of web technologies in the past and currently works as Senior Program Manager at Microsoft. Apart from her everyday job, she is chairperson of the board at Hack Your Future. She is also a co-founder of Synthetic AI Data and of the ngVikings and ngSpain conference, as well as s…

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Did the Catholic Church Plant the Seeds of Science? 11:07

6M ago11:07

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Audio version of my Substack essay: Did the Catholic Church Plant the Seeds for Science?Essay: https://logan893.substack.com/p/did-t...Twitter: https://twitter.com/ChipkinLogan Substack: https://substack.com/@logan893 Airchat: http://getairchat.com/s/ofI8mZXH Novel: https://www.amazon.com/dp/B0CD52TMHT/ Website: www.loganchipkin.com --- Support thi…

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Exploring Hybrid Quantum Algorithms to find Cancer Biomarkers with Dr. Fred Chong and Dr. Teague Tomesh 37:42

7M ago37:42

37:42

In Episode 74, Patrick and Ciprian speak with returning guest Dr. Fred Chong and first time guest, Dr. Teague Tomesh of Infleqtion. The is a very exciting discussion about an awarded project from Wellcome Leap to explore hybrid quantum algorithms to find cancer biomarkers in multi-modal data. The team also discusses solving real problems within the…

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70. The future of global Azure: Sharing knowledge and growing the community - with Rik Hepworth 51:25

7M ago51:25

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In this episode, we talk with Rik Hepworth. He is a Chief Consulting Officer at Black Marble. That means his days are spent herding cats as he manages developers and consultants. He is proud to have been awarded Microsoft MVP in Azure since 2014 and he's been a Microsoft Regional Director since 2020. Passionate about community, Rik helps organise t…

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Money: Where Economics and Memetics Meet 8:29

7M ago8:29

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Audio version of my essay, Money: Where Economics and Memetics Meet.Original Substack post: https://logan893.substack.com/p/money-where-economics-and-memeticsTwitter: https://twitter.com/ChipkinLogan Substack: https://substack.com/@logan893 Airchat: http://getairchat.com/s/ofI8mZXH Novel: https://www.amazon.com/dp/B0CD52TMHT/ Website: www.loganchip…

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Topics including Einstein's Photoelectric Effect & Heisenberg's Uncertainty Principle with Noson Yonofsky 48:54

7M ago48:54

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In Episode 73, Patrick and Ciprian speak with returning guest Noson Yonofsky of Brooklyn College. The team discusses Quantum Mechanics, Einstein's Photoelectric Effect, Heisenberg's Uncertainty Principle, and the Quantum Eraser Experiment. Noson S. Yanofsky has a Ph.D. in mathematics from The Graduate Center of The City University of New York. He h…

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69. An introduction into the world of Endpoint Security and Intune - with Rudy Ooms 45:01

7M ago45:01

45:01

In this episode, we talk with Rudy Ooms. He is a Microsoft MVP and he has been working for Deltacom for 22 years as a Cloud Architect. He is also the owner of Call4Cloud. He does a lot of blogging and he might be the Intune engineering team’s worst enemy. We discuss endpoint security and device management with Intune. Rudy shares insights from his …

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NISQ era of Quantum algorithms with Mariia Mykhailova 39:17

8M ago39:17

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In Episode 72, Patrick and Ciprian speak with returning guest Mariia Mykhailova, Principal Software Engineer at the Advanced Quantum Development Group at Microsoft. The team discuss the NISQ era of Quantum algorithms, resource estimation, and Microsoft's end-to-end approach to Quantum Computing. Mariia Mykhailova is a principal software engineer at…

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Constructor Theory: Basics, Theory, & Experiment 22:40

8M ago22:40

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Audio version of my Substack post, Constructor Theory: Basics, Theory, & Experiment Substack post: https://logan893.substack.com/p/constructor-theory-basics-theory Twitter: https://twitter.com/ChipkinLogan Substack: https://substack.com/@logan893 Airchat: http://getairchat.com/s/ofI8mZXH Novel: https://www.amazon.com/dp/B0CD52TMHT/ Website: www.log…

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Quantum State of Play with Patrick and Ciprian 41:30

8M ago41:30

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In Episode 71, Patrick and Ciprian discuss how the Quantum landscape has changed since they released Entangled Things in 2021. They also dive into changes in industry leaders, the Quantum learning curve, and their predictions for 2024.By Entangled Things

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68. Cloud Evolution: Insights on Azure's Past, Present and Future - with Magnus Mårtensson 55:23

8M ago55:23

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In this episode, we talk with Magnus Mårtensson. He is an entrepreneur, an MVP for Azure since the start of the cloud, and a Microsoft Regional Director. He is a consultant, architect, and product development lead, and he runs his own company Lofty Soft. As an international speaker, his passions include connecting with audiences and organizing conf…

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The Anarchist at the Wedding 7:23

8M ago7:23

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Audio version of my Substack post, The Anarchist at the Wedding: https://logan893.substack.com/p/the-anarchist-at-the-wedding Twitter: https://twitter.com/ChipkinLogan Substack: https://substack.com/@logan893 Airchat: http://getairchat.com/s/ofI8mZXH Novel: https://www.amazon.com/dp/B0CD52TMHT/ Website: www.loganchipkin.com --- Support this podcast…

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Thermodynamics: Born of War 10:38

8M ago10:38

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Audio version of my Substack essay, Thermodynamics: Born of War. Twitter: https://twitter.com/ChipkinLogan Substack: https://substack.com/@logan893 Airchat: http://getairchat.com/s/ofI8mZXH Novel: https://www.amazon.com/dp/B0CD52TMHT/ Website: www.loganchipkin.com --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/logan-chipkin/suppo…

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Quantum Programming & Hybrid Approaches with Dr. Bob Sutor 39:47

9M ago39:47

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In Episode 70, Patrick and Ciprian speak with Dr. Bob Sutor, Vice President and Chief Quantum Advocate at Infleqtion. The team discuss quantum programming languages, hybrid approaches to quantum computing, and planning for worst case scenarios. Dr. Bob Sutor has been a technical leader and executive in the IT industry for over 40 years. Bob’s indus…

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67. Beyond "If Statements": A Developer's Perspective on AI - with Willem Meints 47:45

9M ago47:45

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In this episode, we talk with Willem Meints. He is a software architect who has been working with AI for 10 years. He is the author of the book "Deep learning with Microsoft Cognitive Toolkit Quick Start Guide". With his background in electronics and software engineering, he brings a unique view on how companies can use machine learning with a keen…

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Economics: A Universal Acid 5:17

9M ago5:17

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Audio version of my recent Substack essay, Economics: A Universal Acid. Twitter: https://twitter.com/ChipkinLogan Substack: https://substack.com/@logan893 Airchat: http://getairchat.com/s/ofI8mZXH Novel: https://www.amazon.com/dp/B0CD52TMHT/ Website: www.loganchipkin.com --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/logan-chipki…

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Entangled Things Revisits Entanglement 43:02

9M ago43:02

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In Episode 69, Patrick and Ciprian meet to revisit old topics with new insights. The team discuss entanglement, amplitude amplification, and the rabbit hole of multiverse theories.By Entangled Things

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66. Developing critical thinking skills and choosing different technologies - with Laïla Bougriâ 53:56

9M ago53:56

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In this episode, we talk with Laïla Bougriâ. She is a software engineer and solution architect with over 15 years of experience in the .NET space. She's a Microsoft Azure MVP and a frequent speaker at conferences around the world. Laïla is busy building NServiceBus at Particular Software and solving distributed riddles. When she's not immersed in c…

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S2E12 - Quantum Thermodynamics with Jake Xuereb 45:48

9M ago45:48

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Send us a Text Message. How is quantum information connected with thermodynamics, and what can it tell us about the inner workings of quantum computers? Take a listen to Season 2, Episode 12 of insideQuantum to find out! This week, Jake Xuereb, a PhD student at the Technical University of Vienna, tells us all about his work in quantum thermodynamic…

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Entangled Things Revisits Superposition 34:29

9M ago34:29

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In Episode 68, Patrick and Ciprian meet to revisit old topics with new insights. The team discusses superposition, and how our understanding of fundamental concepts have changed and grown over the years.By Entangled Things

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65. Mastering Azure Operations: The importance of Infrastructure as Code - with Wesley Haakman 49:58

10M ago49:58

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In this episode, we talk with Wesley Haakman. He is a Microsoft Azure MVP and Lead Azure Architect at Intercept, transitioned from managing Linux environments to mastering the Microsoft platform since Windows 2003. His passion for Microsoft Azure led to a journey of sharing insights with peers, customers, and partners, designing cloud solutions, pa…

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