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Image to ASCII Art in Python - Converting Images to ASCII with OpenCV

Offered By: Samuel Chan via YouTube

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Course Description

Overview

Learn to create an ASCII art generator using Python and OpenCV in this beginner-friendly tutorial. Explore the basics of OpenCV, discover how to replace pixels with symbols to create ASCII art, and add creative flair to your designs. Follow along as the instructor guides you through transforming flag images into ASCII representations using just a few lines of code. Gain practical experience with image processing techniques, including working with sys.argv for optional path arguments. This hands-on tutorial serves as an excellent introduction to OpenCV and marks the beginning of a series focused on building fun mini-projects with this powerful computer vision library. Access the complete code repository on GitHub to continue experimenting and expanding your skills in image-to-ASCII conversion.

Syllabus

Intro: Images to ASCII generator
OpenCV basics
Replacing pixels with symbols for ASCII art
Adding flair to our ASCII art
Bringing in sys.argv for optional path arguments


Taught by

Samuel Chan

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