🐛 Debugging Quantum Circuits

Master the art of finding and fixing quantum circuit bugs

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Why Quantum Debugging Matters

Quantum circuits are complex, and bugs can be subtle. Unlike classical programming where you can print variables, quantum debugging requires special techniques due to measurement collapse.

🎯Learning Objectives

  • Identify common quantum circuit bugs
  • Use debugging tools and simulators
  • Apply systematic debugging strategies
  • Fix real quantum circuit errors
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Quantum Challenge
Cannot inspect quantum state without measurement—observation changes the system
Solution
Use simulators, visualizations, and statistical analysis to debug effectively

Common Bug Categories

1
Gate Errors
Wrong gate type, incorrect parameters, or bad ordering
2
Measurement Issues
Missing measurements, wrong timing, or incorrect basis
3
Entanglement Bugs
Incorrect qubit connections or control/target reversal
4
Logic Errors
Algorithm implementation mistakes or state preparation issues