According to Phys.org, qBraid has created a cloud platform that lets anyone start coding on quantum computers in under 10 minutes, even with zero quantum experience. Founded in 2020 by Kanav Setia and Jason Necaise, the startup gives users instant access to quantum hardware from companies like IBM, Microsoft, and Nvidia through a simple browser interface. They’ve already helped over 20,000 people across 120 countries deploy code on quantum devices. The platform essentially acts as a “quantum software sandbox” that eliminates the weeks of setup time that previously blocked newcomers.
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Who actually benefits from this?
Here’s the thing about quantum computing – it’s been stuck in academic and corporate research labs because the barrier to entry was insane. You needed specialized knowledge just to install the software, let alone access the hardware. qBraid changes that completely. Students can now learn quantum programming without fighting with installations for weeks. Researchers can test algorithms immediately. Even developers in developing countries are building quantum applications from their phones.
But it’s not just about education. Enterprises that want to explore quantum advantages in drug discovery, finance, or AI now have a practical on-ramp. They don’t need to hire expensive quantum experts or build internal infrastructure. They can just log in and start experimenting. That’s huge for businesses that want to stay ahead of the quantum curve without massive upfront investment.
The bigger play here
What started as an educational tool has evolved into something much more strategic. qBraid-OS is becoming the operating system that quantum hardware companies use to make their machines accessible. Basically, these quantum companies can focus on building better hardware while qBraid handles the software layer and user experience.
Think about it – if you’re a quantum hardware startup, do you really want to build your own software ecosystem from scratch? Or would you rather plug into an existing platform that already has 20,000 active users? That’s why four major quantum companies are already using qBraid’s operating system. The platform is becoming the de facto standard for quantum computing access.
Creating the quantum workforce
Remember when The New York Times estimated there were fewer than 1,000 quantum programming experts worldwide back in 2018? That number is exploding thanks to platforms like qBraid. We’re talking about democratizing what was once an exclusive club.
And that’s ultimately what makes this interesting. Quantum computing won’t reach its potential if only a handful of PhDs can use it. We need thousands of developers, researchers, and entrepreneurs experimenting with quantum applications. qBraid’s growth to 20,000 users across 400 universities suggests we’re finally building that quantum workforce. The real innovation might not come from the quantum hardware itself, but from making it accessible enough that anyone with a good idea can give it a shot.
