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In the actual programming of quantum computers, some unexpected problems may also be encountered.

In the following time, Chang Xiaoping took Xu You to familiarize himself with the new quantum optimized equipment architecture.

Through practical operation, Xu You became more familiar with the whole framework and further deepened his own ideas.

"Chang Gong, my idea now is to test the calculation and programming application capabilities of the island quantum computer by developing a chess-like artificial intelligence system."

In fact, before coming here, Xu You already had such a preliminary idea.

After understanding the equipment architecture in detail, Xu You was basically sure that this idea was feasible.

"Artificial intelligence of chess? What kind of chess is it?"

Like we usually play a lot of chess, including Chinese chess, chess, backgammon, go and so on.

Huaxia Chess is the most common board game in my country, and it can be seen everywhere in the streets and parks.

In terms of popularity, there is definitely no chess game that can compare to Chinese Chess.

But if it is to test the performance of the computer, the most critical factor is not the popularity, but the complexity.

At this point, Go is definitely the most complex game.

The total number of changes is about 10 to the 172 power.

Even the most advanced electronic computer cannot complete such a huge calculation before the destruction of the universe.

Although quantum computers are much faster than electronic computers in terms of calculation speed.

It is also impossible to complete this almost infinite calculation in a limited time.

However, the inability to exhaust all situations does not mean that it is impossible to make an excellent Go artificial intelligence.

At this point, AlphaGo has made a good example.

Thinking of these, Xu You replied:

"Of course it's Go. If you want to test the capabilities of a quantum computer, you must choose the board game with the highest complexity."

"But... Can our quantum computer really achieve this level of programming?"

Hearing Xu You's idea, Chang Xiaoping did not show an optimistic attitude.

Chang Xiaoping, who is familiar with the operating environment of quantum computers, knows that no quantum computer in the world has achieved such a capability.

Even, the distance has reached such a level, there is still a big gap.

Later, Chang Xiaoping explained to Xu You the various difficulties that may be encountered in this research based on his own experience.

"Our quantum computer has a great advantage in dealing with the exhaustive method. But many practical problems can not be solved only by exhaustive. After we have a new quantum optimized device framework, we are indeed using Quantum computers have some subversive ideas for solving traditional problems. However, solving problems such as Go is still a bit difficult."

It's not that Xu You is unaware of these difficulties, but Xu You has long been prepared.

"I understand, Chang Gong. I think we can try it first. If this direction doesn't work, then let's start with something simpler."

Xu You's goal is to make the system made by the island quantum computer, like AlphaGo, have the ability to conduct deep learning by itself.

As long as this is achieved, it will also have more important applications in other fields including medical care and energy.

"Okay, Professor Xu, we will definitely fully support your research."

Since Xu You insisted on his own ideas, Chang Xiaoping would definitely not have any opinions.

After all, even Han Shubin, an academician and the leader of the team, will do his best to support Xu You.

Let alone a software engineer like Chang Xiaoping.

After confirming the program arrangement, Xu You officially started the work.

Although it is only using quantum computers to make an artificial intelligence software for Go.

However, the necessary knowledge of Go is a must.

Fortunately, Xu You had taken a Go elective course at Jijing University before, and in the three games against Nie Jie, his chess skills have improved a lot.

And in order to enhance your learning experience, exercise your brain power.

Xu You also plays blindfold chess with himself in his spare time, and his level of Go is constantly improving.

Even though Xu You hasn't officially tested his own chess ability, at least among amateur Go players, Xu You must be considered relatively good, and he also has the strength to fight against some professional players.

After a detailed understanding of the new quantum device optimization framework and a thorough analysis of the game of Go.

Xu You identified several important parts of this Go quantum artificial intelligence system.

The first part is the chess system.

Determine the current board situation, sample and predict the next moves.

The second part is the evaluation system.

According to the given situation, determine who has the advantage of black or white, and estimate the approximate winning rate.

The third part is the quality system.

Because in the actual game, the game time is limited.

It is impossible to fully calculate every step before proceeding.

It is necessary to plan for quality according to the length of time.

When necessary, the quality of playing chess can be appropriately discarded to ensure that there is no timeout.

Because quantum computers have significant limitations, and new optimization frameworks for quantum devices are still at a very early stage.

In the beginning, the process of programming was not easy.

Xu You needs to make repeated adjustments to ensure that the program is compatible with quantum computers.

In order to allow myself to often use the island quantum computer to verify the correctness of the program.

As soon as Xu You has time, he comes to the island quantum laboratory of the University of Science and Technology of China.

Later, Xu You even asked Han Shubin to help him arrange a dormitory in the Chinese Academy of Sciences.

If the research is too late, you will live directly in the Chinese Academy of Sciences.

In the day-to-day research, Xu You solved each problem one by one.

After continuous improvement, Xu You finally solved all three major problems and completed the entire quantum programming work.

Xu You named this artificial intelligence system HaidaoGo.

Completing the quantum programming work does not mean that HaidaoGo has strong chess skills.

It also requires continuous deep learning in order to improve chess skills.

To this end, Xu You imported a large number of game records into HaidaoGo, and let it play games against itself to continuously review and improve.

Because the calculation speed of the island quantum computer is very fast, it can complete a game of chess almost instantly.

This allows it to accumulate a large amount of game materials in a short period of time and continuously improve its chess strength.

In just one day, HaidaoGo's chess skills have improved by leaps and bounds.

In order to test HaidaoGo's current strength, Xu You tried to play several games of chess with it.