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 architectures
• Key concepts underpinning AI-driven development environments
• The role of Antigravity within the contemporary engineering toolchain

Installing and Launching Google Antigravity

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

Exploring the Editor View

• Primary editing functionalities and navigation controls
• Interacting with agents directly within the editor
• Managing file modifications and project assets

Working with the Manager View

• Understanding task orchestration and workflow management
• Reviewing and approving actions taken by agents
• Monitoring project activity and agent status indicators

Understanding Agents in Antigravity

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

Creating and Automating Simple Tasks

• Generating initial code structures and templates
• Leveraging agents to refactor or enhance existing codebases
• Implementing validation and review processes via agents

Managing Projects in an Agent-Driven Environment

• Folder architecture and file organization best practices
• Tracking changes and project states with agent assistance
• Coordinating automation across multiple concurrent tasks

Scaling Up: Practical Use Cases for Beginners

• Developing small-scale utilities using agents
• Integrating agents into iterative development cycles
• Utilizing Antigravity for documentation generation and code cleanup

Summary and Next Steps