Gemini Code Assist Updates: Gemini 2.5 Pro/Flash GA, Agent Mode, & Code Exclusion

Core summary

One sentence to understand this update

Gemini Code Assist announced the General Availability of Gemini 2.5 Pro and Flash models, introduced an agent mode for VS Code insiders, and enabled configuration of AI exclusion files.

Impact & opportunity

What this could mean

Developers using Gemini Code Assist gain access to advanced Gemini models, agent-driven workflows, and better control over AI context through exclusion files, enhancing their coding efficiency.