Which quantum computing framework do you find most promising for near-term applications?
Which quantum computing framework do you find most promising for near-term applications?
Gate-based quantum computing
Quantum annealing
Photonic quantum computing
Topological quantum computing
Trapped ion quantum computing
Quantum simulation
Other (specify in comments)

This is a poll to gauge community sentiment about different quantum computing frameworks and their potential for near-term practical applications. Please vote for the framework you personally believe has the most promise for applications within the next 3-5 years. This is not a prediction market but a poll to understand preferences and perspectives within the community.

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