How to Install Exadel CompreFace on macOS

Exadel CompreFace is an open-source facial recognition platform that can be used for various applications such as access control, time tracking, and customer engagement among others. In this tutorial, we will guide you on how to install Exadel CompreFace on macOS.

Prerequisites

Before starting the installation process, you should ensure that the following prerequisites are met:

• macOS operating system version 10.14 or higher
• Docker Desktop for Mac installed
• Docker must be running

Step 1: Clone the CompreFace Repository

Firstly, you need to clone the CompreFace repository into your local machine. You can do this by using the following command on your terminal:

$ git clone https://github.com/exadel-inc/CompreFace.git

Step 2: Open the CompreFace Project

After cloning the repository, you need to navigate to the CompreFace project directory. You can do this by using the following command on your terminal:

$ cd CompreFace

Step 3: Configure the Docker Compose File

Next, you need to configure the Docker Compose file to set up the CompreFace environment. You can do this by opening the docker-compose.yml file using your favorite text editor. For example, you can use the nano editor to open the file by using the following command:

$ nano docker-compose.yml

In the file, update the values of the following environment variables to your preferred values:

• POSTGRES_PASSWORD
• POSTGRES_USER
• POSTGRES_DB

Step 4: Build and Run the CompreFace Docker Containers

Once you have configured the Docker Compose file, you need to build and run the CompreFace Docker containers. You can do this by using the following command:

$ docker-compose up --build

This command will pull the required images, build the CompreFace containers, and start them. The process may take some time to complete depending on your internet speed.

Step 5: Access the CompreFace Web Interface

Finally, you can access the CompreFace web interface by opening your web browser and entering the following URL:

http://localhost:8080/

This will take you to the CompreFace login page where you can log in using the default username and password, which is admin for both.

Congratulations! You have successfully installed Exadel CompreFace on macOS. You can now use the platform to perform various facial recognition tasks.

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