Recently, Google officially integrated the "vibe-coding" tool Opal into the web version of Gemini. This move marks the official opening of application-building capabilities, previously limited to professional developers, to all general users, making it a reality that "if you can imagine it, you can create it."

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Opal is popular because of its very low entry barrier. Users don't need to master complex programming languages; they just need to describe the functions they want to achieve through simple natural language conversations. The system will automatically call the Gemini model to generate application processes. These AI-driven mini-applications can be run instantly and saved as custom Gems assistants, becoming personal learning coaches, programming partners, or text editors.

To enhance the visual experience, Google has equipped Opal with an intuitive flowchart editor in Gemini. Users can adjust the application logic by dragging and rearranging steps, and even see how textual descriptions are instantly converted into clear step lists. Currently, this "vibe-coding" mode has sparked a trend in the industry, and by deeply embedding Opal into the web version, Google is trying to make Gemini