Unlocking Quantum Computing & AI with Scott Aaronson ๐
Join renowned scientist Scott Aaronson as he explores the fascinating world of quantum computing, complexity theory, and their impact on AI. Discover how these cutting-edge fields are shaping the future of technology!

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Scott Aaronson, theoretical computer scientist, professor at University of Texas Austin and leading innovator in quantum computing and complexity theory, talks about AI consciousness, can machines think, universality, quantum computing, computation complexity, P complexity, NP complexity, P vs. NP and consciousness.
Scott: https://scottaaronson.blog/
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TIMELINE
0:00 Introduction
1:29 Can Machines Think?
7:35 The Computational Universe
19:11 Simulation Hypothesis
23:30 Universality
31:58 What Is Quantum Computing?
40:28 Classical Computers vs. Quantum Computers
56:06 What Is Computational Complexity Theory?
1:02:19 P Complexity Class
1:07:14 NP Complexity Class
1:13:43 P vs. NP
1:22:30 Consciousness
1:33:42 Lego Interpretation
1:34:31 Inspirations (Books, Movies, Role Models)
1:37:31 Legacy & Meaning of Life
#computerscience #quantumcomputing
Scott: https://scottaaronson.blog/
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Producer & Host: Shalaj Lawania
TIMELINE
0:00 Introduction
1:29 Can Machines Think?
7:35 The Computational Universe
19:11 Simulation Hypothesis
23:30 Universality
31:58 What Is Quantum Computing?
40:28 Classical Computers vs. Quantum Computers
56:06 What Is Computational Complexity Theory?
1:02:19 P Complexity Class
1:07:14 NP Complexity Class
1:13:43 P vs. NP
1:22:30 Consciousness
1:33:42 Lego Interpretation
1:34:31 Inspirations (Books, Movies, Role Models)
1:37:31 Legacy & Meaning of Life
#computerscience #quantumcomputing
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Published
Jun 21, 2025
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