Quantum Developer Day — Chicago 2025

Quantum Developer Day

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Quantum Developer Day is a dedicated event for quantum software development, bringing together leading developers, researchers, and enterprise technologists to showcase, build, and collaborate on real-world quantum computing software.

Audience

Enterprise leaders, technical decision-makers, quantum research teams, and advanced researchers; not open to undergraduates or early‑career trainees.

Sponsors

Production Sponsors

Xanadu
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Staging Sponsors

Quantum Machines
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Dev Sponsors

Chicago Quantum Exchange
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Schedule

1:00–1:30 PM

Registration & Networking Coffee

Arrival, sponsor booths open, informal networking

1:30–1:40 PM

Opening Remarks & Sponsor Recognition

Welcome from Chicago Quantum Exchange, event focus, sponsor acknowledgments

1:40–2:00 PM

Keynote: Building the Operating System for Quantum Computing

Updates on quantum software tools and qBraid by Kanav Setia

2:00–3:15 PM

Enterprise Use Case Lightning Talks

Five technical presentations from partner researchers

3:15–3:30 PM

Break, Networking, & Demo Booths

Refreshments and demos

3:30–4:15 PM

Technical Workshops

Hands‑on, code‑driven sessions led by sponsors and partners

4:15–5:00 PM

Panel: Scaling Quantum Software in Industry

Enterprise users and quantum software leaders

5:00–6:00 PM

Networking & Dinner Session hosted by qBraid

In‑depth networking and discussion over dinner

Accommodations

Nearby Hotels

Convene at Willis Tower is centrally located in the Loop. Nearby options:

  • JW Marriott Chicago
  • The Langham, Chicago
  • Hyatt Centric The Loop
  • Hilton Garden Inn Central Loop

Transit & Parking

Getting there:

  • Easy access via CTA and Metra
  • Paid garages at Willis Tower and surrounding blocks
  • Chicago O'Hare International Airport (ORD)
  • Chicago Midway International Airport (MDW)
  • Venue details & parking