New Release: Ultralytics v8.3.110

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:rocket: Ultralytics v8.3.110 Release: Faster, Smarter, and More Reliable!

:glowing_star: Summary

We’re excited to announce Ultralytics v8.3.110, a release focused on making your experience faster, more robust, and easier to use! This version introduces automatic dataset file access speed checks, improved documentation for YOLOE and object counting workflows, enhanced data reliability, and the bundling of helpful automation scripts right in the package.

:fire: New Features

Dataset Speed Checks

  • Now, Ultralytics logs how quickly it can access your dataset files, alerting you if your storage may become a bottleneck.
  • This helps you proactively spot slow disks or remote storage issues before they slow down training or inference.
  • PR #20197 by @glenn-jocher

Shell Scripts Bundled

  • All .sh scripts are included in the Ultralytics package. Automation for setup, training, and deployment just got even easier.
  • PR #20186 by @Y-T-G

:books: Documentation & Learning Improvements

YOLOE Documentation Upgrade

  • Expanded guides for YOLOE, covering text and visual prompting step-by-step, with a new option for prompt-free inference.
  • PR #20201 by @Y-T-G

Object Counting with YOLO11

Code & Docs Cleanups

  • Fixed broken links, improved inline comments, and made minor refinements to support a smoother user journey.

:high_voltage: Improvements & Bug Fixes

  • Robust File Hashing: Now handles missing or inaccessible files gracefully, so you’ll see fewer interruptions or confusing errors.
    PR #20184 by @Y-T-G

:bullseye: Why This Matters

  • Performance Awareness: Proactive alerts help you avoid performance issues due to slow storage.
  • Easy Onboarding: Updated tutorials and clarity empower both new and seasoned users.
  • Streamlined Automation: Everything you need for automation is right in the box.
  • Stronger Reliability: Safer data handling = fewer headaches with large or remote datasets.

:rocket: How to Get Started

Upgrade with:

pip install -U ultralytics

Then dive into the new features, review the refreshed guides and docs, and let us know what you think!

:memo: We Value Your Feedback!

We love seeing what you build and appreciate your suggestions for making Ultralytics even better. Share your experiences, questions, and feedback right here in Discussions or under the News category.

See the full release notes and the complete changelog for more details.

A big thank you to the amazing YOLO community and contributors for making these improvements possible! :raising_hands: Try out Ultralytics v8.3.110 and let us know how it helps your workflow.