Cryptography and the Quantum Problem

Header image by gabrielzschmitz, licensed under Creative Commons 4.0 Attribution license. Cryptography is the cornerstone of modern digital security. From encrypted messaging to blockchain and secure web browsing, the invisible machinery of math keeps our data safe. But with the rise of quantum computing, the very foundation of today’s encryption methods faces a serious threat. Let’s explore what cryptography is, how it works, and why quantum computers could break it — unless we prepare now. ...

2025-05-01 · gabrielzschmitz

My Journey into Software Development

Header image by gabrielzschmitz, licensed under Creative Commons 4.0 Attribution license. Hello and welcome to my first blog post! As I begin this blogging adventure, I thought it would be fitting to share a little about my journey into software development. I’ve always been intrigued by how things work—whether it’s computers, devices, or systems. But it wasn’t until my teenage years that I truly discovered my passion for coding. The Beginning Like many developers, my journey started with Minecraft mods in Java (Yuck!). What began as a hobby quickly grew into a deeper passion for programming. Over time, I ventured into low-level programming with C and began tinkering with simple NCurses applications. These early experiences sparked my curiosity and set me on a path of exploring more complex and challenging areas of software development. ...

2025-03-21 · gabrielzschmitz