COMPUTER VISION WITH OPENCV AND PYTHON: Beginner to Advanced Hands-On Guide to Mastering Image Manipulation, Face Recognition, and Emotion Detection Projects
Dive into the fascinating world of teaching machines to "see" with Computer Vision with OpenCV and Python: Beginner to Advanced, a comprehensive, hands-on guide that transforms you from a novice coder to a skilled builder of intelligent visual systems. Whether you're a hobbyist experimenting with photo edits, a student exploring AI applications, or a professional aiming to automate tasks like object tracking, this book equips you with practical tools and real-world projects to master the art of image and video analysis.
Starting with the fundamentals, you'll learn how to set up your Python environment, load and manipulate images, and apply essential transformations like resizing, rotating, and filtering. As you progress, delve into advanced techniques such as edge detection, contour analysis, and feature extraction, paving the way for sophisticated applications. Unlock the power of face recognition using proven algorithms, build emotion detection systems that interpret human expressions in real time, and create capstone projects like an interactive image editor, a mood-tracking video app, and a privacy-focused face-blurring tool.
What sets this book apart is its project-based approach: every chapter includes step-by-step code examples, exercises, and challenges to reinforce your learning, ensuring you build a portfolio of functional apps. Drawing from everyday scenarios—such as enhancing security cameras, analyzing medical scans, or powering augmented reality filters—you'll see how these skills drive innovations in autonomous vehicles, retail, healthcare, and beyond. With clear explanations, troubleshooting tips, and optimization strategies, this guide makes complex concepts accessible while encouraging experimentation and creativity.
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COMPUTER VISION WITH OPENCV AND PYTHON: Beginner to Advanced Hands-On Guide to Mastering Image Manipulation, Face Recognition, and Emotion Detection Projects
Dive into the fascinating world of teaching machines to "see" with Computer Vision with OpenCV and Python: Beginner to Advanced, a comprehensive, hands-on guide that transforms you from a novice coder to a skilled builder of intelligent visual systems. Whether you're a hobbyist experimenting with photo edits, a student exploring AI applications, or a professional aiming to automate tasks like object tracking, this book equips you with practical tools and real-world projects to master the art of image and video analysis.
Starting with the fundamentals, you'll learn how to set up your Python environment, load and manipulate images, and apply essential transformations like resizing, rotating, and filtering. As you progress, delve into advanced techniques such as edge detection, contour analysis, and feature extraction, paving the way for sophisticated applications. Unlock the power of face recognition using proven algorithms, build emotion detection systems that interpret human expressions in real time, and create capstone projects like an interactive image editor, a mood-tracking video app, and a privacy-focused face-blurring tool.
What sets this book apart is its project-based approach: every chapter includes step-by-step code examples, exercises, and challenges to reinforce your learning, ensuring you build a portfolio of functional apps. Drawing from everyday scenarios—such as enhancing security cameras, analyzing medical scans, or powering augmented reality filters—you'll see how these skills drive innovations in autonomous vehicles, retail, healthcare, and beyond. With clear explanations, troubleshooting tips, and optimization strategies, this guide makes complex concepts accessible while encouraging experimentation and creativity.
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COMPUTER VISION WITH OPENCV AND PYTHON: Beginner to Advanced Hands-On Guide to Mastering Image Manipulation, Face Recognition, and Emotion Detection Projects

COMPUTER VISION WITH OPENCV AND PYTHON: Beginner to Advanced Hands-On Guide to Mastering Image Manipulation, Face Recognition, and Emotion Detection Projects

by Gray Beckett
COMPUTER VISION WITH OPENCV AND PYTHON: Beginner to Advanced Hands-On Guide to Mastering Image Manipulation, Face Recognition, and Emotion Detection Projects

COMPUTER VISION WITH OPENCV AND PYTHON: Beginner to Advanced Hands-On Guide to Mastering Image Manipulation, Face Recognition, and Emotion Detection Projects

by Gray Beckett

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Dive into the fascinating world of teaching machines to "see" with Computer Vision with OpenCV and Python: Beginner to Advanced, a comprehensive, hands-on guide that transforms you from a novice coder to a skilled builder of intelligent visual systems. Whether you're a hobbyist experimenting with photo edits, a student exploring AI applications, or a professional aiming to automate tasks like object tracking, this book equips you with practical tools and real-world projects to master the art of image and video analysis.
Starting with the fundamentals, you'll learn how to set up your Python environment, load and manipulate images, and apply essential transformations like resizing, rotating, and filtering. As you progress, delve into advanced techniques such as edge detection, contour analysis, and feature extraction, paving the way for sophisticated applications. Unlock the power of face recognition using proven algorithms, build emotion detection systems that interpret human expressions in real time, and create capstone projects like an interactive image editor, a mood-tracking video app, and a privacy-focused face-blurring tool.
What sets this book apart is its project-based approach: every chapter includes step-by-step code examples, exercises, and challenges to reinforce your learning, ensuring you build a portfolio of functional apps. Drawing from everyday scenarios—such as enhancing security cameras, analyzing medical scans, or powering augmented reality filters—you'll see how these skills drive innovations in autonomous vehicles, retail, healthcare, and beyond. With clear explanations, troubleshooting tips, and optimization strategies, this guide makes complex concepts accessible while encouraging experimentation and creativity.

Product Details

ISBN-13: 9780982149225
Publisher: Kirstin Hahn
Publication date: 10/27/2025
Pages: 222
Product dimensions: 6.00(w) x 9.00(h) x 0.47(d)

About the Author

Beckett Gray is a dedicated software developer and educator with over a decade of experience in artificial intelligence and visual computing. Specializing in open-source tools for practical AI solutions, he has contributed to numerous projects in fields like security systems and interactive media. Passionate about making complex tech approachable, Beckett draws from his background in engineering and teaching to create resources that inspire learners at all levels. When not coding, he enjoys exploring emerging technologies and mentoring aspiring developers.
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