By the end of this project, you will have successfully created an Azure account, logged into the Azure Portal, created a Computer Vision Cognitive Services resource and use it by executing API calls to generate predictions.
Build a computer vision app with Azure Cognitive Services
Build a computer vision app with Azure Cognitive Services
Instructor: Catalin Popa
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Create a Computer Vision Cognitive Services resource using the Azure Portal
Use the resource via the API console and understanding how predictions are made
Understand the different API variations and features that Computer Vision offers
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In a video that plays in a split-screen with your work area, your instructor will walk you through these steps:
Create a free trial account in Microsoft Azure and log into Azure using your new subscription.
Create a Resource Group in preparation for creating a new Computer Vision resource.
Create a Computer Vision API resource.
Identify the URL and key needed for API calls and access the API console.
Learn how API calls can be executed.
Interpret the result of the executed API call.
Understand the difference between synchronous and asynchronous.
Understand the variety of APIs available in Computer Vision and how can they be integrated in applications.
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Background knowledge on app/software development and cloud computing is required to complete this project.
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