Towards a Pattern Language for Quantum Algorithms

TL;DR

This paper proposes developing a pattern language for quantum algorithms to simplify their creation and establish a software engineering discipline in quantum computing.

Contribution

It introduces the idea of a pattern language for quantum algorithms, aiming to standardize and streamline their design process.

Findings

Identification of common elements in quantum algorithms

Proposal of a pattern language framework

Potential to improve quantum algorithm development

Abstract

Creating quantum algorithms is a difficult task, especially for computer scientist not used to quantum computing. But quantum algorithms often use similar elements. Thus, these elements provide proven solutions to recurring problems, i.e. a pattern language. Sketching such a language is a step towards establishing a software engineering discipline of quantum algorithms.