Why today? It’s a nod to the fundamental constant that started it all - Planck’s constant.
When rounded, it sits at 4.14 x 10-15, making 14 April (4/14 as per the US calendar) the perfect date to celebrate the tiny particles making a massive impact on our world.
More than just "Spooky Action"
Quantum mechanics much more than a cunning plot device for sci-fi movies; it drives everything from the GPS getting you home to the semiconductors in your phone.
At its core, this global initiative is about making the "invisible" visible. Scientists from over 65 countries are opening their lab doors (both physically and virtually) to show how quantum technology will define the next century of innovation.
We are especially buzzing today because of our part in the coding journey of many of the scientific community at CERN.
Whether we're helping scientists to take their first steps in code or helping experienced developers write their first quantum algorithm, the goal is the same – giving people the skills to develop the future.
How to celebrate today
You don't need a PhD to get involved! Here are a few ways to mark the occasion:
Get coding: If you know Python, check out some open-source quantum libraries like Qiskit.
Stay Curious: Watch CERN’s Elias Fernandez-Combaaro Alvarez practical introduction to Quantum Computing
Get hands-on: sign up for our own hands-on Quantum Computing workshop
Happy 4.14 everyone! Let’s keep making waves (and particles).