Fun with AI Computer Vision Tutorial for Non-Coders

Discover how to create interactive hand-tracking experiences, 3D model playgrounds, and mind-bending visual effects—no coding experience required.

Imagine controlling a 3D dragon with just your hands. Or making music by waving in front of your camera. Or exploring a rotating globe with pinch gestures. These aren't science fiction—they're real projects you can run on your computer today, even if you've never written a line of code. Let me show you how.

Key Takeaways

Fun with Computer Vision is a $10 resource that gives you lifetime access to interactive AI projects

No coding experience required—just follow the setup steps

Projects include hand tracking, 3D manipulation, music creation, and visual effects

Works on MacBook (and likely other computers with minor adjustments)

Use ChatGPT to troubleshoot any technical issues you encounter

All projects run locally in your browser via localhost

What You'll Be Able to Create

Before we dive into the setup, here's a taste of what's possible:

Change bubble sizes with hand movements
Control 3D shaders with fist gestures
Manipulate 3D models with voice commands and hand gestures
Make music with an AR-powered drum machine
Explore planets using pinch and drag controls
Create visual effects that respond to your movements

Getting Started

Step 1: Purchase Access

Go to funwithcomputervision.com
You'll see various tutorials on the homepage
Pricing:

$10

$99

Note: I receive zero affiliate income—I'm sharing this because it's genuinely cool, especially for educational purposes.

Step 2: Accept Your Invitation

Check your email for a receipt from Stripe (arrives within minutes)
Wait for the GitHub invitation email (took about 10 minutes for me)
Click "View Invitation" in the email
If you don't have a GitHub account, create one (free, just need email and password)

Step 3: Clone the Repository

On a Mac:

Press Command + Space
Type "terminal" and open it
You'll see a command-line interface

If you're lost: Go to ChatGPT and say: "I have [your computer model and year]. What are the steps I need to take to clone this repository?" It will walk you through everything.

In Terminal: ```bash

git clone [repository URL]

cd fun-with-computer-vision

ls ```

Step 4: Start the Local Server (The Easy Way)

After two hours of trying to navigate individual projects, I discovered an easier method: access everything through your browser.

Navigate to the tutorials directory: ```bash cd tutorials ```

Start a Python server: ```bash python -m http.server ```

If you get "command not found": This is common on newer Macs! They have Python 3, not Python. Simply use: ```bash python3 -m http.server ```

Access the projects:

You'll see: "Serving HTTP on port 8000"

Open your browser

Go to: localhost:8000

You'll see a directory listing of all projects!

The Projects

1. Handcrafted Shader

What it does: Control frequency, amplitude, colors, and patterns with your hands and voice.

How to use it:

Fist 1 (left hand): Controls frequency—lower = bigger, higher = smaller

Fist 2 (right hand): Controls amplitude

Pinch: Changes shader plane size

Voice commands: Say colors like "blue" or "red" to change the display

Note: Keep your hands a bit away from the camera for best tracking. Not all colors work yet (green wasn't available in my test).

2. 3D Model Playground

What it does: Manipulate a 3D animated model with gestures and voice.

Voice commands:

"Drag" - activates drag mode

"Rotate" - activates rotation mode

"Scale" - activates scaling mode

"Animate" - triggers animations

Animations available:

Dance

Idle

Jump

Kick

Gestures:

Pinch to control drag and drop

Drop a new 3D model onto the page to import it

The founder mentions you can customize the animations, which opens up creative possibilities.

3. AR-P Gator (Arpeggiator)

What it does: Create music using hand gestures!

Controls:

Raise hands to roof: Activates the system

First hand: Controls the arpeggio of notes

Pinch: Changes volume

Move up/down: Changes pitch

Second hand: Controls drums

Lift fingers: Changes the drum pattern

4. Hand Tracking 101

What it does: Basic computer vision setup with fun bubble effects.

Features:

Make bubbles bigger or smaller based on hand position

Speed of hand movement affects animation speed

Great introduction to hand tracking concepts

5. Planet Explorer

What it does: Navigate a 3D globe with intuitive gestures.

Controls:

Left hand pinch + move: Navigate position

Up/down: Zoom in and out

Right hand pinch + drag: Rotate the planet

Watching the world spin beneath your fingers is genuinely magical.

6. Additional Projects

The repository includes several more projects:

Shape Creator

3D Editor

The Floor is Lava (dodge lava by jumping around your living room!)

Whirlpool Camera

Each project folder contains instructions specific to that project.

Troubleshooting Tips

Problem: Python command not found Solution: Use `python3` instead of `python`

Problem: Projects don't track hands well Solution: Move your hands further from the camera

Problem: Voice commands not working Solution: Speak clearly and check if that specific command is implemented

Problem: Confused about any step Solution: Copy the error message, paste it into ChatGPT, and ask for help

Why This Matters

Computer vision is one of the most exciting areas of AI development. Being able to experiment with these technologies—without needing a computer science degree—democratizes innovation.

These projects are perfect for:

Educators teaching AI concepts

Parents wanting to inspire kids about technology

Creators looking for interactive content ideas

Anyone curious about how gesture recognition works

Get Started Today

For just $10, you get lifetime access to explore, learn, and create with computer vision technology. The barrier to entry has never been lower.

Even if you hit roadblocks (I certainly did—spent two hours troubleshooting before finding the easier browser method), tools like ChatGPT can help you through any technical hurdles.

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Visit funwithcomputervision.com to get started.