'Mastering Quantum Computing: Practical Applications and Programming' is a complete guide to the applications and programming of quantum computer. An introductory section covers the basics of quantum computing and quantum mechanics. Next, the book focuses on quantum programming languages and practical quantum algorithms. Topics cover the current status of quantum computers with industry examples, quantum computing in cloud services, quantum hardware basics and some future trends and challenges on the horizon. The book focuses on the applications of actual quantum computers in cryptography, simulations and artificial intelligence. This book is a great resource if you are interested in learning the basics of quantum computing, and how these application can be used in the real world.