Launch: YOLOv8 Models on Roboflow Universe
Blog post from Roboflow
Pre-trained YOLOv8 models are now accessible on Roboflow Universe, which is a leading platform for open-source computer vision datasets and models. This new feature allows users to test and deploy YOLOv8 Object Detection models through various means, including the Roboflow Python package, Hosted Inference API, and roboflow.js for browsers and webcams. Users can search for specific models using the platform's search bar and access information on datasets with pre-trained YOLOv8 model weights. The platform offers a Model page that enables direct model testing in browsers, downloading of datasets, and deployment to target devices with pre-written code. Additionally, users can adjust settings, inspect JSON response objects, and perform live inference. As YOLOv8's popularity rises, Roboflow encourages the contribution of models and provides resources for training and uploading YOLOv8 weights.