QAMP Fall 22 Cohort

This is official repository for the QAMP Fall 22 cohort (Sep - Dec 2022) where projects and checkpoints are documented throughout the program.

What is QAMP?

Qiskit Advocate Mentorship Program (QAMP) is a program focused on bring new contributors into Qiskit open source software development where Qiskit advocates work on a 3-month projects under the guidance of mentors.

You can find information about the previous cohorts here:

• QAMP Spring 22
• QAMP Fall 21
• QAMP Spring 21

Application

Link to the application form is shared in the #qiskit-advocates channel on Qiskit Slack workspace (only accessible to Qiskit advocates)

Important dates

Notes: dates are not finalized and subject to change.

• Application: Aug 17 - 28
• Mentor - mentee pairing: Aug 28 - Sep 8
• Kick-off: Sep 8
• Checkpoint 1: Oct 6
• Checkpoint 2: Nov 3
• Final showcase: Dec 8 (see the recording from the QAMP Fall 22 Final Showcase here)

Commitment from mentees

During application period (a few hours)

• Read and understand the mentorship program.
• Select preferred projects / mentors.
• Demonstrate level of expertise in quantum computing and coding skills.
  • Examples: pull requests to Qiskit GitHub repos, blogpost style Qiskit tutorials, research papers.
  • If you want to increase your chance of being selected, you can fix an issue on Qiskit GitHub repos during the application period. A good place to start are issues with tag "good first issues".
• Submit the application form.

During mentoring period (> 5 hours per week)

• Discuss with your mentor to refine project details and define deliverables. (during the first 2 weeks)
• Work on a project with guidance from your mentor. You should dedicate at least 5 hours per week for a meaningful mentorship experience.
• Meet with your mentor regularly to report progress and get feedbacks. (1 hour call every week).
• Present project ideas and progress in the two checkpoints.
• Present final outcome in the final showcase

Frequently Asked Questions

Q: Who is eligible to apply?

A: QAMP is an exclusive offering for Qiskit advocates. You need to become a Qiskit advocates to apply for the program. Read here for more information about how to become a Qiskit advocate.

Q: Can mentees propose projects?

A: Yes! Mentees can propose project ideas by submitting them as a github issue here during the application period. If a mentor is interested in your project, you will be matched to work on the project.

Q: I don't have much programming experience, can I still apply?

A: Yes! The mentorship program is meant for developing your skills. Some projects require only minimal programming experience. You will be able to learn and improve your programming skills with guidance of your mentor.

Q: How long is the mentorship program?

A: The official mentoring period is 3 months. See here for the important dates.

Q: How does a mentor and a mentee gets matched?

A: You will be matched based on the project preference and interest areas indicated in your application form as well as the evidence you have provided to demonstrate your experience and commitment.

Acknowledgement

Special thanks to Amira Abbas, Diego Emilio Serrano, Julien Gacon and Michał Stęchły for sharing their experiences and insights from qosf mentorship program which were crucial in shaping this mentorship program for Qiskit advocates.