By completing this course, learners will be able to explain core computer vision concepts, apply edge detection techniques, build facial image datasets, train face recognition classifiers, and develop real-time face and eye recognition systems using OpenCV and Python.

Build Real-Time Face Recognition with OpenCV

Build Real-Time Face Recognition with OpenCV
This course is part of Apply OpenCV for Real-Time Computer Vision Projects Specialization

Instructor: EDUCBA
Access provided by Interbank
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What you'll learn
Explain computer vision basics and apply edge detection techniques using OpenCV.
Build facial image datasets and train classifiers for face recognition tasks.
Develop real-time face and eye recognition systems with OpenCV and Python.
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February 2026
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There are 2 modules in this course
This module introduces learners to the fundamentals of computer vision using OpenCV, focusing on edge detection techniques and the creation of a structured facial image dataset required for building face recognition systems.
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6 videos3 assignments
This module guides learners through training face recognition classifiers and deploying a real-time system that detects and recognizes faces and eyes using OpenCV.
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5 videos3 assignments
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