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

Introduction to Agent-First IDEs

• Comprehending the transition from conventional IDEs to agent-first design
• Fundamental principles underpinning AI-driven development environments
• Positioning Antigravity within the contemporary engineering toolchain

Installing and Launching Google Antigravity

• System prerequisites and installation procedure
• Initial setup and workspace configuration
• Overview of the default interface arrangement

Exploring the Editor View

• Key editing functionalities and navigation options
• In-editor interactions with inline agents
• Handling file modifications and project assets

Working with the Manager View

• Insight into task orchestration and workflow management
• Assessing and authorizing agent actions
• Monitoring project progress and agent status

Understanding Agents in Antigravity

• Categories of agents and their respective capabilities
• How agents decipher intent and perform tasks
• Effective strategies for prompting and guiding agents

Creating and Automating Simple Tasks

• Generating initial code and templates
• Utilizing agents to refactor or improve existing code
• Implementing validation and review procedures via agents

Managing Projects in an Agent-Driven Environment

• Directory structures and file organization standards
• Tracking changes and project states using agents
• Coordinating automation across various tasks

Scaling Up: Practical Applications for Beginners

• Developing small utilities with agent assistance
• Incorporating agents into iterative development cycles
• Employing Antigravity for documentation and code tidying

Summary and Next Steps