Google I/O 2024 introduces major AI updates with Gemini and Gemma models, Project IDX for cloud development, enhanced tools for Android, iOS, web development, Firebase, and privacy compliance.
Google I/O 2024 showcased groundbreaking AI advancements and tools designed to empower developers. Here are the highlights:
Gemini and Gemma Models
- Gemini 1.5 Pro: Now in public preview, featuring a 2 million token context window. The lightweight variant, Gemini 1.5 Flash, handles high-frequency tasks efficiently.
- Gemma Updates: New variants like CodeGemma for coding assistance and Recurrent Gemma for memory optimization. Gemma 2 boasts a 27-billion parameter model, outperforming larger counterparts.
Project IDX
- Now in public beta, Project IDX offers a cloud-based development environment with AI code completion powered by Gemini, eliminating the need for high-end hardware.
Android & iOS
- Gemini 1.5 Pro in Android Studio enhances code suggestions and problem-solving.