scikit-video

scikit-video is a Python module designed specifically for video analysis and processing, built on top of NumPy and SciPy. It offers a unified interface for reading, writing, and manipulating video files, along with basic functions like filtering, feature extraction, and motion estimation. The library is commonly used in video quality assessment, action recognition research, and educational demonstrations. It is an excellent starting point for beginners and researchers exploring video processing.

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