Gated-SCNN, developed by a team of innovative researchers, is a powerful model designed to enhance semantic segmentation tasks. This blog will take you through the process of setting up and evaluating the Gated-SCNN model while offering troubleshooting assistance along the way. Let’s dive in!
Step 1: Cloning the Repository
The first step to using Gated-SCNN is to clone the official repository from GitHub. This is akin to downloading a blueprint for a complex machine. Here’s how you do it:
bash
git clone https://github.com/nv-tlabs/GSCNN
cd GSCNN
Step 2: Install the Required Python Libraries
The Gated-SCNN requires a number of specific Python libraries for it to work seamlessly. Think of these libraries as the various parts of a machine that work together to keep everything running smoothly. You’ll need to install:
- numpy
- PyTorch (=1.1.0)
- torchvision
- scipy
- scikit-image
- tensorboardX
- tqdm
- torch-encoding
- opencv
- PyYAML
Step 3: Download Pretrained Models and Inferred Images
Like a car engine that comes with a pre-assembled assembly, Gated-SCNN provides pretrained models. Download the models and save them into the ‘checkpoints’ directory:
- Download Pretrained Model
- If needed, also download the Inferred Images.
Step 4: Evaluation using Cityscapes Dataset
You can evaluate the Gated-SCNN model using the Cityscapes dataset by running the following command:
bash
python train.py --evaluate --snapshot checkpoints/best_cityscapes_checkpoint.pth
Step 5: Training the Model
Training Gated-SCNN is like learning to master a complex singing technique—it requires adequate resources and equipment. Note that this model is optimized for use on 8 NVIDIA GPUs, and attempting to train it on a single GPU with WiderResNet38 may lead to complications.
Troubleshooting Ideas
If you encounter any issues during the setup or execution, here are a few troubleshooting tips:
- Ensure that all Python libraries are installed correctly without any version mismatches.
- If training fails on a single GPU, consider optimizing your environment or using multiple GPUs.
- Check the paths to downloaded models and images to confirm they are correctly located within your directories.
- For any persistent issues, consult the GitHub issues page of the repository for similar problems and solutions.
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Conclusion
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Citing the Work
If you use this code in your projects, please cite the original authors:
@article{takikawa2019gated,
title={Gated-SCNN: Gated Shape CNNs for Semantic Segmentation},
author={Takikawa, Towaki and Acuna, David and Jampani, Varun and Fidler, Sanja},
journal={ICCV},
year={2019}
}