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

Introduction to Agent-First IDEs

• The shift from traditional IDEs to agent-first design
• Key concepts underpinning AI-driven development environments
• The role of Antigravity in 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

• Primary editing capabilities and navigation
• Inline agent interactions within the editor
• Handling 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 respective capabilities
• How agents interpret intent and execute tasks
• Best practices for prompting and guiding agents

Creating and Automating Simple Tasks

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

Managing Projects in an Agent-Driven Environment

• Folder structure and file organization standards
• Tracking changes and project states using agents
• Coordinating automation across multiple tasks

Scaling Up: Practical Use Cases for Beginners

• Developing small utilities with agents
• Incorporating agents into iterative development processes
• Utilizing Antigravity for documentation and code cleanup

Summary and Next Steps