Pohang City and Korea MS Collaborate to Train the First Local Government Experts in Quantum Computer Programming

Pohang City plans to collaborate with Microsoft Korea to train experts in quantum computer programming.

[Asia Economy Yeongnam Reporting Headquarters Reporter Dongguk Lee] Pohang City announced that starting from July, it plans to actively train about 120 personnel annually through the ‘Artificial Intelligence SW Development Education Using Quantum Computing Cloud’ project.

Quantum computing utilizes logical operations based on quantum mechanics principles such as superposition and entanglement, offering significantly faster computation speeds than conventional computers. It is a computing technology designed to process vast amounts of information simultaneously.

This project will be operated as basic and specialized education considering the trainees’ levels and needs, aiming to cultivate knowledge in the quantum computer field and build networks through programming experience using quantum computing cloud services, SW programming practice education, and competitions.

The city plans to provide high-quality lectures by partnering with Korea Microsoft along with Gyeongbuk Province and Pohang Technopark. Notably, Pohang is the first local government nationwide to conduct an educational project in the quantum computing field in collaboration with Korea Microsoft.

Korea Microsoft, established in 1988, provides innovative and integrated cloud-based solutions and services. It actively supports the industry and academia, technology transfer, and efforts to bridge technological gaps for the advancement of informatization in Korea.

This education program will recruit the first participants from May 2 to June 20, select trainees through document screening, and conduct a one-week training from July 18 to 22. The second recruitment will be held in the second half of this year.

All courses are free of charge, and detailed information such as how to apply can be found on the Pohang Technopark website.

Acting Mayor Jang-sik Lee of Pohang said, “Before establishing the domestic quantum computing ecosystem, human resource development is a crucial factor that accelerates the scientific advancement and utilization of quantum computing,” adding, “We will do our utmost to support enhancing national competitiveness in preparation for the upcoming quantum computing era.”

This content was produced with the assistance of AI translation services.