Quirk-E quantum circuit simulator: Integrated tool for quantum algorithm development

IF 2.4 4区计算机科学 Q2 COMPUTER SCIENCE, SOFTWARE ENGINEERING

SoftwareX Pub Date : 2025-10-03 DOI:10.1016/j.softx.2025.102383

Majid Haghparast , Ronja Heikkinen , Samuel Ovaskainen , Julian Fuchs , Jussi P.P. Jokinen , Tommi Mikkonen

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Abstract

In this paper we present Quirk-E, a visual quantum circuit simulator, addressing key challenges in quantum software development, including workflow integration, usability and interoperability. Quirk-E supports circuit creation from composition to simulation and export and is guided by cognitive models to reduce cognitive load. Empirical evaluations suggest improved task efficiency and enhanced usability compared to other tools. With code compatibility, visual customization, and no login barriers, Quirk-E supports research, education, and toolchain integration in the evolving quantum ecosystem.

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Quirk-E量子电路模拟器：量子算法开发的集成工具

在本文中，我们提出了Quirk-E，一个视觉量子电路模拟器，解决了量子软件开发中的关键挑战，包括工作流集成，可用性和互操作性。Quirk-E支持从合成到仿真和输出的电路创建，并以认知模型为指导，以减少认知负荷。经验评估表明，与其他工具相比，改进的任务效率和增强的可用性。凭借代码兼容性、可视化定制和无登录障碍，Quirk-E支持不断发展的量子生态系统中的研究、教育和工具链集成。

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来源期刊

SoftwareX COMPUTER SCIENCE, SOFTWARE ENGINEERING-

CiteScore

5.50

自引率

2.90%

发文量

184

审稿时长

9 weeks

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