
Open CV (Open Source Computer Vision Library) is an open-source computer vision and machine learning software library. It provides a common infrastructure for computer vision applications and accelerates the use of machine perception in commercial products. With over 2500 optimized algorithms, Open CV supports various tasks such as face detection, object recognition, and image stitching. The library is widely used by companies, research groups, and governmental bodies, boasting a user community of over 47,000 and more than 18 million downloads. Open CV is compatible with multiple programming languages and platforms, making it a versatile tool in the field of computer vision.

Open CV (Open Source Computer Vision Library) is an open-source computer vision and machine learning software library. It provides a common infrastructure for computer vision applications and accelerates the use of machine perception in commercial products. With over 2500 optimized algorithms, Open CV supports various tasks such as face detection, object recognition, and image stitching. The library is widely used by companies, research groups, and governmental bodies, boasting a user community of over 47,000 and more than 18 million downloads. Open CV is compatible with multiple programming languages and platforms, making it a versatile tool in the field of computer vision.
What it is: Open-source computer vision and machine learning library maintained by the non-profit Open Source Vision Foundation (OSVF).
Scale & usage: Contains 2,500+ optimized algorithms and reports tens of millions of downloads per month.
Roots: Originated at Intel; first public release June 2000 (Gary Bradski initiated, Vadim Pisarevsky technical lead).
Platform & license: Provides C++, Python, and Java APIs; supports major desktop and mobile platforms; Apache 2 license.
Funding & support: Listed an Equity Crowdfunding round (May 23, 2019) and is supported via organizational membership programs (Gold/Silver tiers; examples: Qualcomm, JetBrains).
Computer vision and machine learning infrastructure
2000
Computer vision / Machine learning / Open-source software
“Primarily funded and supported via organizational membership and partnership programs (Gold/Silver/Bronze tiers); public members include Qualcomm (Gold) and JetBrains (Silver).”