Computer vision is a branch of artificial intelligence that enables machines to interpret, analyze, and understand visual data from images, videos, and other visual inputs. By leveraging techniques like image processing, pattern recognition, and deep learning, it performs tasks such as object detection, facial recognition, image classification, and scene reconstruction. Applications of computer vision span various industries, including healthcare (e.g., medical imaging analysis), automotive (e.g., autonomous vehicles), retail (e.g., cashier-less stores), and security (e.g., surveillance systems). It transforms raw visual data into actionable insights, driving innovation and automation while enhancing efficiency and accuracy in tasks that traditionally required human vision.