Sidegent

Sidegent is a hands-on platform for building AI agents and apps in the browser, with free starter labs and Pro access to the full catalog.

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Overview

Sidegent is a hands-on learning platform for building AI agents and apps. It is designed around lessons that move from fundamentals into framework-based courses, with the work done in a browser rather than in a separate local development setup.

The product centers on interactive labs, the Sidegent Coder, and instant grading. Learners can start for free, build a first real agent, and then use Pro to unlock the full catalog, every hands-on lab, and new lessons as they are added each week.

What Sidegent includes

Auto-graded hands-on lessons

Sidegent gives you interactive lessons where you read a concept, do the task yourself, and get your work checked immediately after submission.

In-lesson AI tutoring

The SideAI Tutor explains concepts inside the lesson, using visual diagrams and sourced answers when you get stuck.

Build and test your own agents

The AI Agent Lab lets you configure an agent, set a system prompt, enable tools, choose a model, and chat with what you built.

Browser-based cloud environment

The Machine Lab runs on a cloud machine in the browser, so you can work without local setup, installs, or API keys.

AI-assisted coding in browser

The Sidegent Coder writes and runs real code with you in the browser, so you can see how the agent is implemented while you learn.

Courses from basics to frameworks

The catalog covers fundamentals through framework courses, including Google ADK, LangGraph, and the OpenAI Agents SDK.

Common ways people use Sidegent

Learn AI agent basics from zero
A beginner can start with AI Agent Fundamentals and learn the core ideas behind LLMs, prompts, tools, RAG, workflows, and agents before moving into more advanced labs.
Practice by building inside guided labs
A learner who wants practical experience can open a lab, follow the prompt, build the agent, and use Check my work to verify the result right away.
Work through framework-based courses
Someone exploring frameworks can work through courses on Google ADK, LangGraph, or the OpenAI Agents SDK in a browser-based Linux machine.
Use one platform for multiple learning modes
A user who wants to compare approaches can try the SideAI Tutor, the AI Agent Lab, the Machine Lab, and the Sidegent Coder within the same platform.

Pros and Cons

Pros

Lets learners build real agents and apps rather than only watch tutorials.
Includes instant checking and auto-grading so users know quickly whether their work is correct.
Runs in the browser with a cloud machine, reducing local setup friction.
Covers both beginner fundamentals and framework-focused material.
Offers a free starting path before the paid membership.

Cons

The public pages do not provide a full catalog outline or detailed documentation for every lab.
Source pages mention frameworks and labs, but not a complete integration list or advanced platform specifications.

FAQ

Is there a free way to start?

Yes. Sidegent offers a free starting path that lets you build your first real agent without a credit card.

How much does Sidegent Pro cost?

Pro is RM49 per month, or RM490 per year. Founding members can lock in RM39 per month while they stay subscribed.

What is included in Pro?

The free path includes Your First Agent Lab and free starter modules. Pro unlocks the full course catalog, every hands-on lab, live coding machines, and new lessons as they are added.

Do I need coding experience to use Sidegent?

No. The site says you can start with beginner material and does not require coding experience to begin.