Getting Started with Google AI Studio

Ready to build your first AI-powered app — without writing a single line of code?

Join Google Developer Group Providence for a beginner-friendly virtual session introducing Google AI Studio, Google's free browser-based platform for building and prototyping with Gemini models.

This session is based on the official Google introductory codelab: Vibe Code with Gemini in AI Studio. You'll follow along step by step — no prior AI or ML experience required.

What we'll cover:

— What Google AI Studio is and why it matters in 2026

— How to access and navigate the platform for free

— Building your first app using natural language prompts

— Deploying a working prototype to the web in minutes

— Tips for iterating and improving your builds

Who this is for:

Complete beginners. If you're curious about AI tools and want to build something real without a steep learning curve, this session is for you.

Virtual · Free · Beginner-friendly

What you'll need

• Chrome web browser

• A Gmail account

• A Cloud Project with billing enabled

• A Gemini API Key

• A GitHub Account

Can't attend live? Register anyway and we'll share the recording and the companion advanced guide afterward.