Pulse backend in qiskit experiments

eggerdj commented 1 year ago

Description

Qiskit Experiments (QE) is a framework that allows users to easily run experiments to, for example, calibrate or characterize the pulses that implement a quantum gate. QE provides a library of experiments to perform these tasks (fine amplitude calibration, drag, etc...). Currently, each experiment is tested using a fake backend that hard-codes the experimental response of a real backend. This (a) limits our testing abilities and (b) limits the tutorials that we can write. In the meantime, Qiskit Dynamics has emerged as a viable Qiskit pulse-level simulator that allows users to simulate pulse schedules.

The aim of this project is to develop a backend capable of simulating pulse schedules with Qiskit Dynamics to enable tutorials and tests in QE.

Deliverables

The project has the following deliverables:

Create a backend for single-qubit characterization and calibration experiments that is capable of simulating the pulse schedules embedded in the circuit.
Update the existing calibration tutorial to use this backend.
Write new tutorials on qubit calibration and characterization.

Stretch objectives might include

Writing backends for readout experiments and two-qubit experiments.
Writing tutorials for readout and two-qubit experiments.

Mentors details

Mentor 1
- Name: Daniel Egger
- GitHub ID: @eggerdj
- What they do: Quantum Applications Research and Software

Number of mentees

2

Type of mentees

Mentee 1 and 2
- Required:
- Qiskit proficiency and python programming
- An understanding of Hamiltonian dynamics
- Knowledge of/ experience with Qiskit Pulse
- Nice to have:
- Has used Qiskit Experiments
- Has used Qiskit Dynamics
- Knowledge of quantum gate calibration

deveshq commented 1 year ago

Hi @eggerdj, I found this project interesting. I want to join it. I have some experience with Hamiltonian simulations using qiskit and currently working on quantum simulations. I have some knowledge of Qiskit Pulse. I would love to discuss the project, its objective, and requirements.

deveshq commented 1 year ago

Hi @eggerdj, a gentle reminder. Please respond to this comment for confirmation that I can apply for this project in QAMP. @HuangJunye, please help.