Skills Required for Quantum Computing: A Comprehensive Review of Recent Studies

Abstract

Quantum mechanics as the basis of quantum computing imposes an inherent complexity for practitioners not formed on quantum physics, for understanding such new paradigm of computation and getting involved in the prominent quantum world. Strong technical skills on quantum topics, mathematics and related disciplines are required to attend job positions in the labor market. Furthermore, the multidisciplinary environment where quantum computing is immersed requires soft skills to work in integrative teams. This paper presents a literature review, supported by the systematic mapping methodology, to gather the core knowledge and technical skills, as well as soft skills required to prepare students and practitioners to work on quantum computing. The results allow us to have a wide spectrum of the competences involved, enabling academic institutions and educational bodies to design individual courses or curricula blocks to prepare the workforce.