Quantum Computing for Ubiquitous and Pervasive
Computing Systems

Quantum computing is an emerging field at the intersection of com puter science, quantum mechanics, and mathematics; offering a novel approach to problem-solving that enables efficient solutions for problems intractable on classical computers. As researchers demonstrate quantum supremacy and cloud-based quantum hard ware becomes increasingly accessible, the field is transitioning from theoretical research to practical reality. This tutorial aims to introduce the UbiComp and ISWC community to the most general gate-based (circuit model) quantum computing and its potential applications within ubiquitous and pervasive computing systems.

The tutorial is structured to provide a comprehensive founda tion, starting with quantum computing principles—such as qubits, gates, and circuits—and progressing to the mapping of pervasive computing problems (e.g., localization) into quantum models. We will discuss current challenges, including Noisy Intermediate-Scale Quantum (NISQ) era systems, and explore future opportunities for research. By bridging the gap between quantum algorithms and per vasive systems, this tutorial seeks to foster a new sub-community dedicated to exploring quantum-driven innovations in ubiquitous computing.

The tutorial will also include hands-on experience on Quantum Simulators and quantum cloud platforms. The tutorial will end with a discussion of open research problems and challenges for real-world problems in the pervasive computing domain.