Google's I/O 2026 developer announcements packaged Antigravity, Gemini API upgrades, and AI Studio with Android support into one very loud agentic pitch.

The core claim: stop typing prompts and start delegating tasks. Agents should carry ideas from rough to ready, with less human friction in the middle.

The hype is that vibe coding -- once a meme for chaotic AI-assisted development -- now has a product category, an SDK, and a Google keynote slide.

The reality check: production code still needs tests, architecture, security reviews, and someone who understands what the agent actually shipped. The tools reduce friction; they do not replace judgment.

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