Eddie Farhi

We’re very sorry, Eddie Farhi

Your algorithm’s quantum.

Can’t run it on those mean machines

Until we’ve actually got ‘em.

You’re not alone, so go on home,

Tell Jeffrey and tell Sam:

Come up with something classical

Or else it’s just a scam.

Unless … you think it’s on the brink

A quantum-cal device.

That solves a game and brings you fame.

Damn! That would be nice!

John Preskill

25 October 2007