Getting Started with Antigravity: An Introduction to Agent-First IDEs Training Course

Introduction to Agent-First IDEs

• Comprehending the transition from traditional IDEs to agent-first designs
• Key concepts underlying AI-driven development environments
• The position of Antigravity within the modern engineering toolchain

Installing and Launching Google Antigravity

• System requirements and the installation process
• Initial configuration and workspace preparation
• An overview of the default interface layout

Exploring the Editor View

• Primary editing capabilities and navigation techniques
• Engaging in inline agent interactions within the editor
• Overseeing file modifications and project assets

Working with the Manager View

• An introduction to task orchestration and workflow management
• Evaluating and approving actions taken by agents
• Monitoring project activity and agent status

Understanding Agents in Antigravity

• Different agent types and their respective capabilities
• How agents interpret intent to execute specific tasks
• Best practices for prompting and directing agents

Creating and Automating Simple Tasks

• Generating starter code and templates
• Utilising agents to refactor or improve existing code
• Implementing validation and review steps via agents

Managing Projects in an Agent-Driven Environment

• Folder structures and file organisation standards
• Tracking changes and project states with agent assistance
• Coordinating automation across multiple tasks

Scaling Up: Practical Use Cases for Beginners

• Developing small utilities using agents
• Incorporating agents into iterative development cycles
• Applying Antigravity for documentation and code tidying

Summary and Next Steps