QUANTUM BASIC IDE

Inspiration

BASIC taught millions to code in the 70s-80s, then vanished Quantum computing is powerful but intimidating for beginners What if we could learn quantum physics using familiar 1960s syntax? Bridging 50+ years of computing history with an unexpected pairing

What it does

Runs quantum algorithms written in classic BASIC (line numbers, GOTO, PRINT) Executes real quantum operations: superposition, entanglement, measurement Visualizes quantum circuits in real-time on a retro green-screen terminal Generates quantum programs through MCP integration Auto-runs code when you save .qb files

How we built it

Built entire project through Kiro's vibe coding - natural conversation to full scaffold Created BASIC interpreter that parses line-numbered code Implemented quantum state simulator with gate operations Designed React frontend with authentic retro terminal aesthetic Developed custom MCP server for quantum simulation tools Used Kiro specs to structure quantum gates and interpreter design

Challenges we ran into

Mapping quantum state vectors to BASIC's simple variable system Rendering quantum circuits on HTML canvas with proper gate spacing Keeping quantum simulation accurate while maintaining BASIC simplicity Balancing retro aesthetics with modern React patterns Making complex quantum concepts accessible through 1960s syntax

Accomplishments that we're proud of

Quantum circuits actually visualize correctly in real-time Integrated ALL 5 Kiro features in one project (vibe coding, hooks, steering, MCP, specs) Created working quantum entanglement demos in BASIC Built a genuinely educational tool that makes quantum computing approachable Achieved authentic retro terminal feel with modern functionality

What we learned

Quantum computing fundamentals: superposition, entanglement, measurement collapse How Kiro's steering docs enforce consistent coding standards automatically Agent hooks can create powerful automated workflows MCP servers extend capabilities beyond built-in tools Sometimes the best way to teach new tech is through old syntax

What's next for QUANTUM BASIC IDE

Connect to real quantum hardware (IBM Quantum, AWS Braket) Add advanced gates: Toffoli, Fredkin, phase gates Implement quantum debugger with state vector visualization Build algorithm library: Shor's, Grover's, Deutsch-Jozsa Create collaborative quantum coding environment Syntax highlighting and autocomplete for quantum operations

Built With

• basic
• css3
• express.js
• html5
• javascript
• node.js
• react
• rest
• vite