How to Make a Smart Security Camera with a Raspberry Pi Zero

In this video, we use a Raspberry Pi Zero W and a Raspberry Pi camera to make a smart security camera! The camera uses object detection (with OpenCV) to send you an email whenever it sees an intruder. It also runs a webcam so you can view live video from the camera when you are away.
See how we built it, including our materials, code, and supplemental instructions, on Hackster.io:
Make sure to look out for our behind the scenes video!
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MATERIALS:
Raspberry Pi Zero Wireless × 1
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Raspberry Pi Camera module × 1
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Raspberry Pi Zero Camera Cable x 1
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Micro-USB to USB Cable × 1
1/4" MDF Board × 1
90 Degree Angle Bracket × 1
Outdoor Mounting Tape × 1
M4 X 20mm Long Machine Screws × 2
M4 Hex Nuts × 2
M2.5 Machine Screws × 4
#8 X 3/4" Long Machine Screws × 1
#8 Hex Nut × 1
#8 Wing Nut × 1
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