Description: Image annotation is the process of labeling images with relevant information, allowing artificial intelligence systems, especially those based on convolutional neural networks (CNNs), to learn to recognize patterns and objects in images. This process involves identifying and classifying elements within an image, such as people, objects, or specific features, and assigning them labels that describe their content. Annotation can be manual, where a human reviews and labels each image, or automatic, using machine learning algorithms. The quality and accuracy of the annotation are crucial, as they directly influence the performance of the deep learning model trained with that data. In the context of CNNs, image annotation is fundamental for tasks such as image classification, object detection, and semantic segmentation, where the goal is not only to identify what is in an image but also to locate and delineate the objects present. This process enhances the models’ ability to generalize and make accurate predictions and enables the creation of rich and varied databases that are essential for the advancement of computer vision.
