openquantumhardware/qick

QICK: Quantum Instrumentation Control Kit

What it solves

QICK provides a cost-effective and flexible platform for the control and readout of various quantum systems. It removes the need for expensive, proprietary hardware controllers by offering an open-source alternative for qubit control.

How it works

The project consists of three main components: firmware for Xilinx RFSoC development boards (such as the ZCU111, ZCU216, and RFSoC4x2), a Python package (qick) that provides an API for writing control programs, and a set of Jupyter notebooks for demonstration.

Who it’s for

Researchers and engineers working with quantum computing hardware who need a programmable, open-source controller for qubit manipulation and measurement.

Highlights

  • Open-Source Hardware Support: Specifically designed for Xilinx RFSoC boards.
  • Python-Based Control: Includes a dedicated Python API for writing and uploading programs to the firmware.
  • Comprehensive Documentation: Provides a quick-start guide and the same-time availability of firmware images and software libraries.
  • MIT Licensed: Ensures the project remains freely available and community-driven.

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