Perceval
Open-Source Framework for Photonic Quantum Programming
PERCEVAL
Bridging Theory and Practice in Photonic Quantum Computing
Perceval is Quandela's open-source quantum programming framework, specifically designed for photonic quantum computing. It offers:
- Intuitive Python-based interface for photonic quantum circuit design
- Advanced simulation capabilities for photonic qubits
- Seamless integration with Quandela's photonic quantum hardware
- Full support of discrete-variable quantum computing models
- Optimized performance for photonic quantum algorithms
Perceval serves as the central programming interface across Quandela's quantum computing solutions, bridging the gap between theoretical quantum algorithms and practical implementation on photonic hardware. Whether you're a researcher, developer, or industry professional, Perceval offers unique advantages for your quantum computing endeavors.
Why choose Perceval?
- Hardware-Software Synergy: Unparalleled integration with Quandela's photonic quantum processors
- Quantum-Classical Hybrid Algorithms: Efficient implementation of algorithms leveraging both quantum and classical resources
- Seamlessly transition from simulation to hardware execution on Quandela Cloud
- Active user community: join the community to request some guidance or contribute to new algorithms or to Perceval codebase
- Follow classes on Training Center and become certified Perceval expert
01
Simulation
Access powerful backends to simulate quantum algorithms on photonic circuits. Numerically and symbolically, Perceval is optimized to run on a local desktop, with several extensions for HPC clusters.
02
Design
Design algorithms and complex linear optics circuits through a large collection of predefined components. A collection of known algorithms are available and presented as tutorials.
03
Experimentation
Run experiments to fine-tune algorithms, compare with experimental data, and reproduce published articles in few lines of code.
04
Framework
Unique framework fully dedicated to linear optics and photonic quantum computing.
05
Flexible
Evolve from performing local or cloud-hosted simulations to running code on photonic chips within the same framework.
06
Exploration
Open Source Project, and modular architecture welcoming contributions from the community.
Getting started
Ready to start your photonic quantum computing journey?
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