Contributing to RasQberry
Welcome to the RasQberry community! We're excited that you're interested in contributing to this quantum computing education project.
Why Contribute?
RasQberry makes quantum computing accessible through hands-on demonstrations. By contributing, you help:
- Educate: Make quantum computing concepts tangible for students and enthusiasts
- Innovate: Create new ways to visualize quantum phenomena
- Inspire: Show the world that quantum computing can be fun and approachable
- Connect: Join a global community of educators, developers, and quantum enthusiasts
What Can You Contribute?
🎮 Quantum Computing Demos
Create new interactive demonstrations that teach quantum concepts:
- Games and puzzles using quantum algorithms
- Visualizations of quantum states and gates
- Artistic applications of quantum computing
- Practical quantum computing examples
Perfect for: Python developers, Qiskit users, educators, quantum enthusiasts
📚 Documentation
Help others learn and use RasQberry:
- Tutorial improvements
- Demo usage guides
- Hardware setup instructions
- Troubleshooting tips
- Translations
Perfect for: Technical writers, educators, experienced RasQberry users
🐛 Bug Reports & Fixes
Improve stability and reliability:
- Report issues you encounter
- Fix bugs in existing code
- Improve error messages
- Enhance hardware compatibility
Perfect for: Users, testers, developers
💡 Feature Suggestions
Share your ideas for improvements:
- New demo concepts
- User experience enhancements
- Hardware integration ideas
- Educational features
Perfect for: Everyone!
🌟 Share Your Projects
Inspire others by sharing:
- Your RasQberry setup photos/videos
- Classroom experiences
- Custom modifications
- Demo showcases
Perfect for: Educators, makers, quantum computing enthusiasts
Getting Started
For Demo Developers
Quick Start:
- Review the full contribution guide
- Use our template to create your demo launcher
- Test on RasQberry hardware
- Submit a pull request
Typical Time Investment:
- Simple demo: 2-3 hours
- Complex demo: 1-2 days
- Documentation: 30 minutes
For Documentation Writers
Quick Start:
- Find documentation that needs improvement
- Edit on GitHub (use the "Edit this page" link at bottom of pages)
- Submit your changes
Areas Needing Help:
- Beginner tutorials
- Demo walkthroughs
- Troubleshooting guides
- Assembly instructions
For Bug Reporters
How to Report:
- Visit GitHub Issues
- Search for existing reports
- Create a new issue with:
- Clear description
- Steps to reproduce
- Expected vs actual behavior
- Error messages/screenshots
- Your hardware setup
Community Guidelines
Be Welcoming
RasQberry serves beginners and experts alike. Everyone was a beginner once. Be patient, kind, and encouraging.
Be Respectful
Treat all community members with respect. Differences in opinion are learning opportunities.
Be Collaborative
Share knowledge, ask questions, and work together. Great demos come from collaboration.
Be Educational
Remember that RasQberry is primarily an educational tool. Consider how your contribution helps others learn.
Adding a New Quantum Demo
Here's a quick overview of adding a new quantum computing demonstration to RasQberry:
1. Create Your Demo
Develop your quantum computing demonstration using Python and Qiskit:
from qiskit import QuantumCircuit
# Your quantum demo logic
def my_quantum_demo():
qc = QuantumCircuit(3, 3)
qc.h(0)
qc.cx(0, 1)
qc.cx(1, 2)
# ... your demo continues
2. Package It
Create a GitHub repository with:
- Your demo code
requirements.txtfor dependenciesREADME.mdwith description and usage- Educational documentation
3. Integrate with RasQberry
- Add configuration to environment file
- Create launcher script using our template
- Add menu entry
- Document your demo
4. Submit
- Test thoroughly on Raspberry Pi
- Create pull request
- Respond to feedback
For detailed step-by-step instructions, see our comprehensive contribution guide.
Examples of Great Contributions
Looking for inspiration? Check out these community contributions:
Quantum Lights Out by Luka-D
- Interactive puzzle game using quantum algorithms
- Teaches quantum superposition and measurement
- Visual LED feedback for quantum states
Quantum Raspberry-Tie by KPRoche
- Displays quantum circuit results on LED array
- Integrates with IBM Quantum backends
- Great for demonstrating real quantum hardware
Grok Bloch Sphere by JavaFXpert
- Interactive visualization of single-qubit states
- Teaches quantum gates intuitively
- Browser-based interface
These demos show how quantum concepts can be made tangible and fun!
Resources for Contributors
Documentation
Getting Started:
- Full Contribution Guide - Detailed step-by-step instructions
- Project README - Project overview
- Demo Documentation - Existing demos
Learning Quantum Computing:
- IBM Quantum Learning - Free quantum computing courses
- Qiskit Documentation - Qiskit framework documentation
- Qiskit YouTube - Video tutorials
Tools
Development:
- Python 3.11+ for demo development
- Bash scripting for launcher scripts
- Git/GitHub for version control
- Raspberry Pi for testing
Testing:
- RasQberry OS image (download from releases)
- Raspberry Pi 4 or 5
- LED panels (optional, for LED demos)
Recognition
We value all contributions! Contributors are recognized through:
Attribution
- Your name in project contributors list
- Demo authorship clearly attributed
- Mentions in release notes
- Optional showcase on website
Community
- Be part of a global quantum education community
- Connect with educators and quantum enthusiasts
- Share your work at conferences and events
- Contribute to quantum computing education worldwide
Getting Help
Questions?
Before asking:
- Check the contribution guide
- Review existing issues
- Look at demo examples
Still need help?
- Open a GitHub issue
- Ask questions respectfully
- Provide context and details
- Be patient waiting for responses
Found a Bug?
- Check if it's already reported
- Gather information (version, hardware, error messages)
- Create detailed bug report on GitHub
- Include steps to reproduce
Quick Links
| Resource | Link |
|---|---|
| Contribution Guide | CONTRIBUTING.md |
| GitHub Repository | RasQberry-Two |
| Report Issues | GitHub Issues |
| Existing Demos | Demo List |
| Website | rasqberry.org |
Your Turn!
Ready to contribute? Here's what to do next:
- Read the full contribution guide
- Explore existing quantum demos for inspiration
- Start with something small (docs, bug fix, or simple demo)
- Share your work via pull request
- Celebrate making quantum computing more accessible!
Thank You
Every contribution, no matter how small, makes RasQberry better and helps spread quantum computing education worldwide.
Your contributions help shape the future of quantum computing education.
Ready to start? Visit our detailed contribution guide and join the quantum revolution!
Contact & Community
Questions or Ideas?
- 📧 GitHub Issues: Report issues or ask questions
- 💬 Discussions: Join conversations
- 🌐 Website: rasqberry.org
Stay Updated:
- ⭐ Star the project on GitHub
- 📰 Watch for releases and updates
- 🎉 Celebrate with us when your contribution is merged!
RasQberry is an independent educational project inspiring quantum computing exploration worldwide.