Fingerprint Recognition Implementation Using MATLAB

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A coursework project involving fingerprint recognition implementation in MATLAB, showcasing fundamental image processing techniques and pattern matching algorithms

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I had a coursework assignment that required implementing fingerprint recognition using MATLAB. Despite putting significant effort into the project, the final results were not optimal, for which I feel genuinely apologetic. The implementation involved several key stages: image preprocessing using techniques like histogram equalization and Gabor filtering for ridge enhancement, feature extraction through minutiae point detection (ridge endings and bifurcations), and matching algorithms based on minutiae patterns. Although the recognition accuracy didn't meet expectations, this project provided valuable hands-on experience in digital image processing, algorithm design, and pattern recognition principles. The assignment deepened my understanding of biometric systems and motivated me to further refine my implementation skills and explore advanced fingerprint recognition methodologies.