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

Introduction to Agent-First IDEs

• Understanding the transition from traditional IDEs to agent-first design
• Key concepts underlying AI-driven development environments
• The role of Antigravity in the modern engineering toolchain

Installing and Launching Google Antigravity

• System requirements and installation process
• Initial configuration and workspace setup
• Overview of the default interface layout

Exploring the Editor View

• Primary editing features and navigation options
• Inline agent interactions within the editor
• Managing 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

• Types of agents and their respective capabilities
• How agents interpret intent and execute tasks
• Best practices for prompting and directing agents

Creating and Automating Simple Tasks

• Generating starter code and templates
• Using agents to refactor or improve existing code
• Applying validation and review steps via agents

Managing Projects in an Agent-Driven Environment

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

Scaling Up: Practical Use Cases for Beginners

• Building small utilities with agent assistance
• Integrating agents into iterative development cycles
• Using Antigravity for documentation and code cleanup

Summary and Next Steps