Quantum Insider
Self-founded Non-profit
Active
Initiative status
Berkeley, CA
Base of operations
$40B+
Global quantum investment Nepal is missing
300K-500K
Projected quantum workforce demand by 2035
Overview
Quantum Insider is a non-profit initiative I founded to expand AI and quantum computing education in Nepal. The mission is rooted in a simple observation: while over 30 countries have announced national quantum strategies with combined funding exceeding $40 billion, South Asian nations like Nepal remain almost entirely excluded from the quantum workforce pipeline.
The organization delivers education through online content, hands-on workshops, and partnerships with schools and universities across Nepal. Being based in Berkeley places us at the epicenter of the global quantum ecosystem, with direct access to UC Berkeley's quantum research centers, Lawrence Berkeley National Laboratory, and Bay Area quantum startups like Atom Computing and Rigetti.
The quantum computing industry is projected to need 300,000 to 500,000 skilled workers by 2035, yet the current global quantum workforce numbers only around 30,000 to 40,000. By introducing quantum and AI concepts early, we aim to position Nepal's young, tech-forward population to participate in this growing field.
The Problem
Nepal has no dedicated AI or quantum computing programs at any public university. The vast majority of quantum education resources, hardware access, and research programs are concentrated in North America, Europe, and East Asia. Without early education, developing nations risk being permanently locked out of the quantum workforce. With Nepal's median age of approximately 24 years and growing internet penetration of over 70%, there is a large, motivated demographic ready to learn but lacking access to structured programs.
My Role
Founder
As founder, I am responsible for the organization's strategy, curriculum development, partnership building, and operations. This includes designing educational content that bridges foundational mathematics and physics with applied quantum computing concepts, establishing relationships with Nepali universities and schools, and connecting the initiative with the Bay Area quantum ecosystem for mentorship and content expertise.
The Approach
We adopted a three-pronged approach: online content creation for broad reach, in-person workshops for deep learning, and institutional partnerships for sustained impact. Our content strategy draws inspiration from organizations like Qubit by Qubit, which has reached over 30,000 students across 125 countries, and QWorld, which operates local chapters including QNepal.
The curriculum integrates AI and quantum computing rather than treating them separately. This reflects the industry trend of hybrid classical-quantum computing and positions students for practical roles. We use IBM Qiskit and Google Cirq as teaching platforms since they are freely available and industry-standard.
Partnerships with schools and universities are structured as semester-long engagements rather than one-off events, ensuring continuity and measurable learning outcomes. We work with existing faculty to supplement their curricula rather than replace them.
Key Features
What we built
Online Learning Platform
Structured courses covering quantum mechanics fundamentals, quantum algorithms, and practical quantum programming using Qiskit and Cirq, with content localized for Nepali students.
Workshop Series
Hands-on workshops conducted at universities and tech communities across Nepal, featuring live quantum circuit demonstrations on IBM Quantum Platform.
University Partnerships
Semester-long collaborations with Nepali universities to integrate quantum computing modules into existing computer science and physics curricula.
Mentorship Network
Connecting Nepali students with quantum computing professionals and researchers in the Bay Area for guidance on career paths and research opportunities.
Tech Stack
Key Lessons
What I took away from this project
Education initiatives require sustained institutional partnerships, not just one-off events
Localization of content matters more than translation alone
The Bay Area quantum ecosystem is remarkably open to education partnerships
Starting with AI fundamentals before quantum concepts reduces the barrier to entry significantly
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