Build with AI 2026: Durban

Durban University of Technology Ritson Campus, 24 Winterton Walk, Berea, 4001

GDG Cloud Durban

1. OverviewIn this Session you will build a web application using Gemini to generate a single-file React application wi...

Apr 18, 7:00 AM – 12:00 PM (UTC)

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Key Themes

AIAI - GeminiBuild with AIGoogle CloudWorkshop / hands-on session

About this event

1. Overview

In this Session you will build a web application using Gemini to generate a single-file React application with a neon aesthetic, then version control and deploy it to Cloud Run.

What you'll do

  • Build & Prompt: Use Google AI Studio's "Build" mode to generate a working game from a single prompt.

  • Refine with System Instructions: "Vibe Check" your AI by setting a persistent persona for future edits.

  • Save to GitHub: Bootstrap a new repository directly from AI Studio.

  • Deploy to Cloud Run: Ship your game to Google Cloud Run with one click.

What you'll learn

  • How to use Build Mode in Google AI Studio to rapid-prototype apps.

  • How to use System Instructions to maintain a consistent "coding vibe" during iteration.

  • How to connect Google AI Studio to GitHub and Cloud Run.

What you'll need

  • Chrome web browser

  • A Gmail account

  • A Cloud Project with billing enabled

  • A Gemini API Key

  • A GitHub Account

When

When

Saturday, April 18, 2026
7:00 AM – 12:00 PM (UTC)

Organizers

  • Fanie Ndlovu

    VarsityGenie

    GDG Organizer

  • Qwanyile Athule

    Co-Organizer