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Course Outline
Foundations of Quantum Cryptography
- Quantum mechanical primitives for security
- Comparing quantum and classical cryptographic assumptions
- Use cases and the current threat landscape
Introduction to Google Willow for Security Applications
- Understanding Willow architecture and capabilities
- Configuring a security-focused development environment
- Utilising Willow APIs for cryptographic operations
Quantum Key Distribution (QKD) Concepts
- Exploring BB84 and related protocols
- Understanding photon-based key exchange principles
- Designing QKD experiments using Willow
Post-Quantum Cryptography and Quantum Resistance
- Exploring quantum-safe algorithms and standards
- Managing hybrid quantum-classical keys
- Evaluating algorithmic resilience using Willow simulations
Secure Communication Architectures with Willow
- Constructing encrypted communication pipelines
- Implementing quantum-enhanced authentication workflows
- Integrating Willow components into enterprise systems
Blockchain and Distributed Ledger Security in the Quantum Era
- Identifying quantum vulnerabilities in blockchain algorithms
- Developing quantum-secure consensus mechanisms
- Testing quantum-resilient blockchain designs on Willow
Practical Quantum Security Implementations
- Deploying prototype quantum-secure networks
- Monitoring and analysing cryptographic performance
- Debugging and optimising Willow-based security workflows
Advanced Applications and Future Directions
- Exploring next-generation quantum communication paradigms
- Examining emerging research trends in quantum cryptography
- Preparing for large-scale quantum security adoption
Summary and Next Steps
Requirements
- A solid understanding of classical cryptography
- Hands-on experience with Python programming
- Familiarity with quantum computing concepts
Audience
- Cybersecurity professionals
- Cryptographers
- Blockchain experts
14 Hours