QDK
QDK refers to the Microsoft Quantum Development Kit, a software development kit for quantum computing. It provides the tools and language necessary to write, test, and optimize quantum algorithms, with a focus on enabling developers to build quantum programs alongside classical code.
The kit centers on the Q# language, a domain-specific language designed for quantum operations and algorithms.
A key feature is the set of simulators and tooling that enable development without direct access to
Azure Quantum integration allows developers to run experiments on hardware or on cloud-based simulators provided by
Used in academia and industry, the QDK aims to accelerate quantum software development, provide debugging and