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

Overview of Agent-First IDEs

• The transition from conventional IDEs to agent-centric design
• Foundational concepts in AI-driven development environments
• The role of Antigravity in contemporary engineering toolchains

Installation and Initial Setup of Google Antigravity

• System prerequisites and installation procedures
• Initial configuration and workspace establishment
• Tour of the standard interface layout

Deep Dive into the Editor View

• Primary editing capabilities and navigation
• Interactive agent engagement within the editor
• Handling file modifications and project assets

Navigating the Manager View

• Overview of task orchestration and workflow management
• Reviewing and approving agent-executed actions
• Monitoring project progress and agent status

Mastering Agents in Antigravity

• Agent types and their respective capabilities
• How agents interpret intent and perform tasks
• Best practices for prompting and guiding agents

Developing and Automating Basic Tasks

• Generating initial code and templates
• Refactoring and improving existing code via agents
• Implementing validation and review processes through agents

Project Management in an Agent-Driven Context

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

Scaling Up: Beginner-Focused Practical Scenarios

• Developing small-scale utilities with agent assistance
• Integrating agents into iterative development cycles
• Utilizing Antigravity for documentation and code optimization

Conclusion and Future Pathways