Google and Kaggle are reviving their free AI Agents Intensive Course this June, and honestly, the timing couldn’t be better. If you missed the first run last November — which apparently hit over 1.5 million learners — you’re getting a second shot.
The course runs from June 15 to 19, 2026, and registration is open now. It’s still free, which is the part that actually matters. No hidden fees, no upsells, just five days of building AI agents.
What’s Different This Time
The original course was solid but felt like a broad introduction. This version has updated content, new speakers, and — most importantly — a hands-on capstone project. The capstone is where you actually build something from scratch, not just follow along with pre-baked examples. That’s the difference between learning and just watching.
The big theme this year is “vibe coding.” If you haven’t heard the term yet, it’s essentially using natural language as your primary interface for building software. Instead of writing every line of code yourself, you describe what you want and let the AI handle the implementation. It’s not magic — it’s just a smarter way to work, especially when you’re prototyping or iterating fast.
What You’ll Actually Learn
Each day covers a mix of theory and practice. You start with foundational concepts — what an AI agent is, how it differs from a simple chatbot, how to structure its reasoning — and then move into building production-ready systems. The course emphasizes integrating tools and APIs, which is where agents stop being toys and start being useful.
By the end, you should be comfortable designing, building, and deploying agent systems that actually do something. The capstone project is where you prove it. I’ve seen too many courses that leave you with a certificate and no real skills. This one seems designed to avoid that trap.
Should You Sign Up?
If you’re already deep into agent development, this might be too introductory. But if you’re curious about vibe coding or want a structured way to move from theory to practice, it’s worth your time. The fact that it’s free removes any excuse not to try.
One thing I appreciate: Google isn’t trying to sell you something at the end. No premium tier, no certification fee, no “exclusive” follow-up course. Just the content, the speakers, and the capstone. That’s refreshing in an industry where every free resource eventually turns into a sales pitch.
Registration is on the course website. Spots are limited, so if you’re interested, don’t wait until June 14th.
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