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Forbes
10-07-2025
- Business
- Forbes
Google Cloud Creates 3-Levels Of Agentic Software Coding
Developers have a new bag of AI tricks they can now draw upon when coding. Agents work. Software-based artificial intelligence agents are designed to provide us with increasingly non-deterministic and creative work accelerators which can be applied to every industry from cake baking to oil and gas exploration. As the originators of agentic software services themselves, software application developers are naturally fairly absorbed by the subject of automated coding functions; developers need to understand when, why and where they should use agentic services. They also need to know when they should not. Yes, You Still Have A Job There are many questions to be answered, but - spoiler alert - we can answer the obvious one: no, developers will not automate themselves out of a job at any time we can foresee as we stand today. Working at the coalface of this issue is Google Cloud. The company earlier this year introduced Firebase Studio, its cloud-based AI workspace for programmers to create what it calls full-stack AI-powered applications. Firebase Studio is an agentic cloud-based software development environment. A developer can use natural language prompts to start accessing this tool's templates and functions in order to create applications as well as frontend (user interface) and backend (application programming interface) level functions as well as all manner of other software entities. A current star feature among the Google Cloud arsenal, Firebase Studio is the result of a unification between Google Project IDX (a cloud-based AI-assisted development environment) and of course Gemini, Google's AI machine learning driven chatbot service. Users can import existing projects, or start from scratch with templates that support a variety of programming languages and frameworks. The company is looking to finesse Firebase Studio across a wider range of use cases by augmenting the technology across three distinct modes. Google Cloud says the functionality on offer spans from giving users a chance to have a relatively simple conversation, upward to handling the need to delegate tasks with step-by-step control, or, higher still, enabling Gemini to work autonomously on an individual or team's behalf. This mode can be used for discussion and planning with Gemini. This makes it suitable for brainstorming, planning code and discussing complex problems collaboratively. The Ask mode is purely conversational and no changes are made to a worker's files or data. Keen to explain, clarify and validate where these new tools fit into the modern application developer workshop is Jeanine Banks, VP & GM for Developer X at Google Cloud. Speaking at a cloud summit in London this month, Banks said that Ask (let's call that tier-1) would be suitable for software engineers and non-technical staff looking for problem-solving support. Because developers might be working on a whole variety of different processes and tasks at any given time (starting with application requirements, through provisioning and testing, onward to deployment and subsequently through to maintenance and management), Google Cloud Ask is applicable to the widest possible uses. In this mode, Gemini can propose changes to an application, but the developer is always in the loop and needs to approve any proposed changes in Agent mode before any files are modified. This gives users total oversight and allows them to code review changes before they are integrated into a project. If we look at Agent [which we're calling phase 2 of the offerings here], things get more focused. 'When a developer is looking to execute a big fix, to refactor some legacy code, or to build a new model of some kind, specific things need to happen. This is a perfect point to hand things over to Gemini,' said Banks. This new (most powerful) mode is designed for accelerating development with Gemini 2.5, technology that offers deep understanding of code with reasoning capabilities. When users make use of this mode, Gemini can autonomously reason, apply code changes across multiple files, write tests, fix errors, build out features, or refactor components. For security purposes, it will always require permission before deleting files, running terminal commands or using external tools. 'There are two scenarios here,' said Banks. 'Agent (Auto-run) might be used when a developer is either quite new in their role, or (perhaps more often) new to a particular technology and the skill set and deployment methodology behind some language, toolset or other service, so they are ready to rely on the AI more heavily. Equally, this service is applicable to highly experienced developers who know exactly what they want from the code they need to build and are able to direct Gemini with clear instructions and procedural steps. Ultimately, it's the best of both worlds i.e it democratizes the software application development process so that product managers can start asking for code functionalities alongside hardcore developers as a project starts to evolve.' Why We Still Need Developers Underlining all this activity, Banks confirms that software developers will always need to be there to detail and manage aspects of security, to engineer for scalability and to manage total project status. 'We built this tool for developers to be able to build code, but we have already found (in the millions of workspaces already created) that it has been adopted by teachers, chief financial officers, marketing personnel and even musicians,' she said. Importantly, Google Cloud has also previewed foundational support for the Model Context Protocol (MCP) in Firebase Studio. The company says that developers will be able to add MCP servers to their workspace, which means they will be able to extend and personalize their workflows with Gemini in Firebase. Deeper in the developer zone (and perhaps offering even further affirmation of the fact that the practice of software development and programming is not going away), Google Cloud also points to the arrival of the Gemini CLI function. The CLI is the command line interface (if you're non-technical, imagine the green screen typed interface that hackers use in the movies - if you're on Windows, type 'terminal' from the Start button and you'll see that you have one), which of course is still very much a part of how software engineers learn and use their craft. Google Cloud says that the command line interface isn't just a tool; it's home. 'The terminal's efficiency, ubiquity and portability make it the go-to utility for getting work done. And as developers' reliance on the terminal endures, so does the demand for integrated AI assistance,' noted the company. '[That's why Google Cloud is] now offering a powerful, free-to-use tool for a wide range of tasks beyond just code, including content generation and research. It is available with generous usage tiers, advanced AI features, integration with Google Search for real-time context and an open-source architecture for customization and contributions. Gemini CLI is directly integrated in Firebase Studio.' For coders who spend any significant amount of time in the terminal on tasks such as code generation, debugging, managing project files or executing commands of any kind, the Gemini CLI provides an AI-powered experience without the need to switch contexts to a separate chat window. AI Everywhere, At Every Level As Oliver Parker, VP of Google Cloud's global generative AI go-to-market business said when speaking to press and analysts in London this week, 'AI can be applied to everything, everywhere.' It's a statement that appears to be born out of how the organization's platform is now progressing, compressing and finessing. The fact that Google Cloud is putting AI services into abstracted chat-based tooling that businesspeople can use with the same ambitious approach that also sees developers empowered, right down to the command line, might be a pleasing development for practitioners inside the software industry. The message is: keep on coding, but when you need help, just remember what Shrek said, there are now layers.
Al Bawaba
26-06-2025
- Business
- Al Bawaba
Job Fair Connects Orange Digital Center Graduates with Leading Tech Industry Employers
Orange Jordan organized a specialized job fair targeting programmers who graduated from the Orange Digital Center's coding education. The event was held under the supervision of the Digital Skills Association, the technical arm of the Ministry of Digital Economy and Entrepreneurship, through the Youth, Technology, and Jobs (Digiskills) and Proparco, the investment arm of the French Development Agency (AFD). Several companies and organizations participated in the fair, aiming to attract young technical fair aims to provide a practical platform for direct interaction between graduates seeking job opportunities in the tech sector and employers looking for promising and qualified talent, thereby facilitating the hiring process and enhancing the graduates' readiness for the job this occasion, Orange Jordan expressed its pride in organizing the event in partnership with DigiSkills and Proparco, emphasizing that the fair represents a significant milestone in supporting and empowering graduates professionally by connecting them directly with companies in a dynamic environment that enables immediate fair reflects Orange Jordan's deep commitment to supporting the information technology sector and empowering youth with employment and entrepreneurial opportunities, stemming from its role as a leading and responsible digital provider. It also demonstrates the company's ongoing efforts to deliver innovative solutions that meet labor market demands and help bridge the skills gap. It is worth mentioning that the Orange Digital Center for coding education won first place in the second edition of King Abdullah II Award for Volunteering in the category of (profit institutions under corporate social responsibility). This recognition was granted for its efforts in teaching programming to students, highlighting its sustainable impact in empowering youth by providing free, world-class training in programming languages and the skills necessary to enter the job market. © 2000 - 2025 Al Bawaba ( Signal PressWire is the world's largest independent Middle East PR distribution service.
Zawya
25-06-2025
- Business
- Zawya
Job Fair connects Orange Digital Center Graduates with leading tech industry employers
Orange Jordan organized a specialized job fair targeting programmers who graduated from the Orange Digital Center's coding education. The event was held under the supervision of the Digital Skills Association, the technical arm of the Ministry of Digital Economy and Entrepreneurship, through the Youth, Technology, and Jobs (Digiskills) and Proparco, the investment arm of the French Development Agency (AFD). Several companies and organizations participated in the fair, aiming to attract young technical talents. The fair aims to provide a practical platform for direct interaction between graduates seeking job opportunities in the tech sector and employers looking for promising and qualified talent, thereby facilitating the hiring process and enhancing the graduates' readiness for the job market. On this occasion, Orange Jordan expressed its pride in organizing the event in partnership with DigiSkills and Proparco, emphasizing that the fair represents a significant milestone in supporting and empowering graduates professionally by connecting them directly with companies in a dynamic environment that enables immediate interviews. The fair reflects Orange Jordan's deep commitment to supporting the information technology sector and empowering youth with employment and entrepreneurial opportunities, stemming from its role as a leading and responsible digital provider. It also demonstrates the company's ongoing efforts to deliver innovative solutions that meet labor market demands and help bridge the skills gap. It is worth mentioning that the Orange Digital Center for coding education won first place in the second edition of King Abdullah II Award for Volunteering in the category of (profit institutions under corporate social responsibility). This recognition was granted for its efforts in teaching programming to students, highlighting its sustainable impact in empowering youth by providing free, world-class training in programming languages and the skills necessary to enter the job market. About Orange Jordan Orange Jordan, with over 1800 employees across nearly 300 shops and locations throughout Jordan, strives to provide the best customer experience through an integrated set of digital solutions including fixed lines, mobile lines, internet, data, and Smart Life Solutions to around 4.6 million customers in Jordan. Orange Jordan is a subsidiary of Orange Global Group, which is present in 26 countries worldwide. In line with the Group's strategy 'Lead the Future' and through its positioning as a true responsible digital leader, Orange Jordan supports the national digital transformation vision. Orange Jordan prioritizes community service, and in this context, it implements a comprehensive CSR strategy that revolves around 4 pillars including digital education, digital inclusion, entrepreneurship, climate, and environment. In addition to serving individual customers, Orange Jordan offers tailored solutions for businesses through its sub-brand, (Orange Business). About Orange Orange is one of the world's leading telecommunications operators with revenues of 40.3 billion euros in 2024 and 127,000 employees worldwide at 31 December 2024, including 71,000 employees in France. The Group has a total customer base of 291 million customers worldwide at 31 December 2024, including 253 million mobile customers and 22 million fixed broadband customers. These figures account for the deconsolidation of certain activities in Spain following the creation of MASORANGE. The Group is present in 26 countries (including non-consolidated countries). Orange is also a leading provider of global IT and telecommunication services to multinational companies under the brand Orange Business. In February 2023, the Group presented its strategic plan "Lead the Future", built on a new business model and guided by responsibility and efficiency. "Lead the Future" capitalizes on network excellence to reinforce Orange's leadership in service quality.
Fast Company
24-06-2025
- Business
- Fast Company
Warp's new agentic development environment helps developers work with AI coding agents
The startup Warp is best known for its modern, AI-empowered take on the terminal—the decades-old, text-based interface that's invisible to most in a world of touchscreens and mice, but still beloved by programmers and system administrators. The terminal is probably most familiar to the public from movies and TV shows, where its stark black background and arcane command-line language have come to symbolize hacker prowess. Warp added features that make the terminal and its often-cryptic commands less intimidating and easier to use, such as AI-enhanced autocomplete and suggestions, along with a collaborative system called Warp Drive that lets coworkers share frequently used commands and best practices. Now, Warp is betting that a similar kind of interface will help developers command artificial intelligence, in a world where code is increasingly generated and deployed by typing prompts to AI rather than writing it directly. 'We're moving from a world where developers traditionally have done most of their work by hand to one where they're doing their work by prompt with agents,' says Zach Lloyd, Warp's founder and CEO. Traditionally, developers have worked in an integrated development environment (IDE), which combines tools for navigating files, specialized text editing tabs for writing code, and easy access to tools that compile human-readable code into something computers can run. They've also often used terminal software like Warp's—or more basic versions—to deploy code to servers, start automated processes, and troubleshoot errors. But today, coders increasingly perform these tasks by issuing prompts to AI agents, which can generate code, execute commands to deploy it, and even diagnose problems on their own. 'Our thesis is that to support this new workflow, what is needed is a workbench that really is neither the IDE or the terminal,' Lloyd says. That's why Warp is launching what it calls an agentic development environment—a new class of tool that emphasizes terminal-style panes or tabs for typing prompts to AI agents, along with controls to help supervise the AI's operations. These controls regulate when AI agents need human approval to make changes to code or restrict them from executing certain commands—such as deleting files—without explicit permission. Power users can open multiple tabs to interact with various agents, powered by AI from labs like Anthropic and OpenAI, and can monitor and guide them as they work—similar to how developers have always invoked command-line tools from the terminal. AI agents can also execute terminal commands themselves under user supervision, useful for everything from managing cloud computing servers to debugging error messages. An enhanced version of Warp Drive even allows users to share information with AI agents as well as with human coworkers. 'We've made this investment even before LLMs of, how do you centralize the team's knowledge,' says Lloyd. 'And that's super valuable for an agent to access as well.' Since AI is still far from infallible, users can easily edit AI-generated code changes—called diffs (short for differences, in developer jargon)—before approving them, or re-prompt the AI to correct errors. Individual Warp users can choose whether to operate entirely via prompts, or to open more traditional panes to edit code line by line, review AI changes, or use the classic Warp terminal. Lloyd says that integrating all of these features into a single AI-centric environment gives Warp an edge over other AI development tools like Cursor and Windsurf, which focus primarily on writing code. And by building a complete development environment—including coding and terminal tools—Warp has an advantage over Anthropic's Claude Code, which operates from within a terminal, he says. 'We are one layer outside of that, so we can be the whole agentic development environment, which means that we can do things in terms of the user experience that they just simply can't do,' Lloyd says. 'We can have diffs editable, we can do system notifications, we can have a UX for managing agents across all your panes and tabs.' Warp, which already has more than 500,000 users, plans to keep pricing the same as it rolls out these new features, with plans starting at $15 and $40 per month, alongside a limited free version and custom pricing for enterprise editions. Lloyd says revenue is growing fast—between 5% and 15% per week during 2025—and he's optimistic that trend will continue as developers look for tools to efficiently steer and collaborate with AI coding agents. 'It just is cool that that interface that we built for doing this with commands works extremely well for agents,' he says.
Fast Company
20-05-2025
- Business
- Fast Company
Agentic AI is the future of customer service. Here's how you need to prepare for it
Twenty-four-hour customer support with zero hold time, infinite personalization, customized care, and behavior-based response are all aspects of the customer experience that will be expected sooner rather than later from every one of your customers. All of this is becoming reality, thanks to agentic artificial intelligence. Agentic AI is the most advanced form of artificial intelligence to date. It works autonomously, can understand natural language, sets goals and plans workflows, and makes decisions in real time based on the data it collects and examines. It learns from results and then teaches itself a new way to satisfy the needs of those that interact with it, immediately. An Expert Answers Every Question Agentic AI agents never need a break, never need vacation, and don't need benefits or mental health days. They can work without respite for as long as your company exists. This is important because your customers hate waiting. Waiting for a mere two minutes will cause 60% of potential customers to hang up and call a competitor, and if your competitor deploys agentics before you, your customers will become their customers. You'll either want to outsource to a top-end team or to use your more talented in-house programmers to finalize design and create your AI guardrails before deployment. This one implementation will free up revenue dedicated to customer service agents, alleviate time your current team has to spend solving mundane simple questions and issues, and leave your top talent free to solve customer challenges that actually require a creative solution. AI-Powered Personalization at Scale People will become increasingly accustomed to advertising and products tailored to feel exclusive to them. A staggering 91% of people will shop with a company that provides personalized, relevant offers and recommendations, and 68% of people have increased brand affinity due to personalization. On the flip side, 62% of customers will abandon a brand if they are not delivered a personalized experience. The days you could rely on simple generic offers in an ad or subject line are dead. Remember, you're not sending an email to an inbox; you're sending it to a person. Think of your inbox every morning, filled with dozens of emails you've been meaning to unsubscribe from that don't speak to you. Every email you send is being seen exactly as the ones you receive. What Employees Will Fear The surface level fear around agentic AI centers around loss of jobs, but a deeper dive shows employee fears are far more complex. A recent survey revealed that 47% of employees feel AI lacks emotional intelligence, 40% are not comfortable submitting AI-generated work, and 34% don't think AI-produced work will be as good as theirs. Involve your most trusted employees throughout the duration of your AI development. This will make them a part of the process, giving them a sense of ownership. Additionally, the better they understand the process from start to finish, the more likely they are to trust it—and trust that your use of the technology isn't just to save costs or cut jobs, but for their benefit as well. They will become the ones that can sell the rest of your workforce on your new processes and technology. The message must be that this technology is being used to better serve customers, stay ahead of the competition, and grow the business. With that growth comes opportunity for current employees to grow and advance. Preparing Your Business for Ethical AI Integration Stricter audits and bias-free practices need to come first for any AI system implementation. All components that enter the system need careful planning, such that each instruction and training parameter reflects focused ethical direction. Assemble a cross-functional advisory group—comprised of trusted leaders and high-performing team members—to collaboratively design, test, and evaluate your AI tools. This internal coalition acts as a safeguard, ensuring that your deployment adheres to both ethical standards and your company's values. A Human-Centric Approach to AI Deployment The adoption of AI should always be in service of your workforce, not in place of it. Before rolling out any system, ask: Does this enhance or hinder the employee experience? AI systems deliver their best results when organizations prioritize human needs at the start of their integration efforts. From the outset, align your AI strategies with your organizational culture and principles. Transparent Communication is Equally Crucial Engage your team in open conversations about the role of AI, and how it will enhance the customer experience and lighten the load on the workforce. Present clear background information while scheduling question-and-answer discussions, or an open office hour, accepting feedback from the team. Reinforce that AI is not a replacement but a reinforcement—designed to improve working conditions and to elevate team performance and customer satisfaction. The use of agentics will only increase across industries in the months and years to come. As its prevalence grows, any end user that interacts with it will become accustomed to the experience. They will start to expect quicker complaint resolution, zero wait times, personalized communication, and tailored product and service recommendations, and they will reject any generic approaches from companies. Ultimately, as business leaders, we bear a collective responsibility to uphold excellence—not only in our products and services but also in the systems we use to build and support our teams. Your willingness to embrace this technology for the benefit of your clients, your employees, and ultimately your business are what will keep you ahead of your competition and on a clear path to growth and increased relevancy.
