Frequently asked questions (FAQ)¶

Anyone can create and run circuits with IBM Quantum Composer. However, at least some understanding of linear algebra will help you better understand quantum computing.

To learn more about quantum computing, start with the Field Guide.

To start working with IBM Quantum Composer, we recommend using the Create your first quantum circuit tutorial to understand how the user interface works. You can also review some example circuits .

To learn more about quantum computing, start with the Field Guide.

Hubs, groups, and projects are the organization levels for providers. At the lowest level, collaborators (non-administrator users) are members of projects. Projects are members of groups, and groups are members of hubs. An organization typically has one hub, which can be divided into any number of groups. Each group can then be divided into any number of projects. Administrators assign access to systems at the project and group level.

See the Instances topic for more information.

Organizations that belong to the IBM Quantum Network can use systems that are accessible through the Premium Plan. Learn about joining at this link. Educators and researchers can also make reservations and access other benefits by signing up for one of the special programs we offer. Go to the Educators program sign-up form or the Researchers program sign-up form for more information.

For IBM Quantum Network members, as well as for educators and researchers in our special programs, hub administrators can reserve time for collaborators to use systems so you do not have to wait in a queue. Each collaborator can view his or her upcoming reservations on the details page for the relevant system. Contact your administrator for more information.

To minimize sampling errors of any experiments, you should maximize the number of shots (repetitions) that your circuit is run.

This program helps teachers in the growing quantum field connect with one another and provides the learning resources, tools, and systems access they need to provide quality educational experiences. It includes a larger share of the fair-share queue on systems accessible through the Open Plan, access to additional systems via the Premium Plan, a private slack channel for collaboration with other educators in the program, and more. Learn more at the Educators program web site.

This program offers better access to academic researchers, as well as Access Awards for special projects to those with even deeper access needs. It includes a larger share of the fair-share queue accessible through the Open Plan, access to additional systems via the Premium Plan, a private slack channel for collaboration with other researchers in the program, and more. Learn more at the IBM Quantum for Researchers web site.

This service is not available in all geographies. For more information, contact IBM.