diff --git a/tech_docs/sqe_cue_learning.md b/tech_docs/sqe_cue_learning.md new file mode 100644 index 0000000..ced1233 --- /dev/null +++ b/tech_docs/sqe_cue_learning.md @@ -0,0 +1,49 @@ +# Why I'm Building Quantum Document Corridors (And Documenting Everything Publicly) + +## The Problem I'm Solving + +Right now, verifying documents between Texas and Colombia takes 4-6 weeks through the traditional apostille process. That's broken. + +Meanwhile, quantum computers are advancing to the point where they'll break today's encryption. Most people are talking about this problem - I'm building a solution. + +## What I'm Actually Building + +A quantum-resistant document verification system between Texas and Colombia using: + +- **ML-KEM (FIPS 203)** - The new post-quantum encryption standard +- **CUE** - For constraint validation and document schemas +- **Real deployment** - Not just theory, actual Texas RON (Remote Online Notarization) to Colombian acceptance + +## Why I'm Documenting Publicly + +I'm not an expert in post-quantum cryptography. I'm learning ML-KEM while deploying it. I'm learning CUE while building validation schemas. + +Most "experts" wait until they have everything figured out before sharing. I'm sharing from day one because: + +1. **The mistakes are educational** - Mine and yours +2. **Progress is motivating** - For me and anyone watching +3. **Constraints breed creativity** - Public accountability forces better solutions + +## What to Expect + +In the coming weeks, I'll share: + +- My daily learning with ML-KEM and FIPS 203 +- CUE schemas for document validation +- Deployment challenges between Texas and Colombia +- Mathematical foundations I'm leaning on (primes, golden ratio, type theory) +- Plenty of "this didn't work" moments + +## The Goal + +If I succeed, we'll have instant quantum-resistant document verification replacing a 6-week process. + +If I fail, we'll all learn why - and someone else can build on what I've documented. + +Either way, the journey matters more than the destination. + +--- + +*Next post: "Day 1 with ML-KEM - What Is This Module-Lattice Thing Anyway?"* + +*Building in public, learning in real-time.* \ No newline at end of file