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

Introduction to Agent-First IDEs

• Understanding the transition from traditional IDEs to agent-first designs.
• Core concepts underpinning AI-driven development environments.
• The role of Antigravity within the modern engineering toolchain.

Installing and Launching Google Antigravity

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

Exploring the Editor View

• Key editing features and navigation tools.
• Inline agent interactions within the editor.
• Managing file changes and project assets.

Working with the Manager View

• Overview of task orchestration and workflows.
• Reviewing and approving agent actions.
• Monitoring project activity and agent status.

Understanding Agents in Antigravity

• Different types of agents and their capabilities.
• How agents interpret intent and execute tasks.
• Best practices for prompting and directing agents.

Creating and Automating Simple Tasks

• Generating starter code and templates.
• Using agents to refactor or enhance existing code.
• Applying validation and review steps through agents.

Managing Projects in an Agent-Driven Environment

• Folder structure and file organization conventions.
• Tracking changes and project states with agents.
• Coordinating automation across multiple tasks.

Scaling Up: Practical Use Cases for Beginners

• Building small utilities with agents.
• Integrating agents into iterative development work.
• Using Antigravity for documentation and code cleanup.

Summary and Next Steps