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

Introduction to Agent-First IDEs

• The transition from traditional IDEs to agent-first architectures
• Fundamental concepts underpinning AI-driven development environments
• Antigravity’s position within the modern 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 capabilities and navigation features
• 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 authorizing agent actions
• Monitoring project activity and agent performance

Understanding Agents in Antigravity

• Different agent types and their specific capabilities
• How agents interpret intent and carry out tasks
• Best practices for effective prompting and agent direction

Creating and Automating Simple Tasks

• Generating starter code and templates
• Utilizing agents for refactoring and enhancing existing code
• Implementing validation and review steps via agents

Managing Projects in an Agent-Driven Environment

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

Scaling Up: Practical Use Cases for Beginners

• Developing small utilities with agent support
• Integrating agents into iterative development cycles
• Leveraging Antigravity for documentation and code cleanup

Summary and Next Steps