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7 Oct 2024
GM
NoelStuder
The simple way to learn a new opening
Studying a new opening doesn't have to be overwhelming.
22 Jan 2024
NM
RyanVelez
h3: Hero or Zero?
h3 and h6 are usually errors, but why?
9 Aug 2025
FM
ChessisEternal
From 1400 to 1800: Chess Training Guide
Jumping from a 1400 rating to 1800 isn’t magic, luck, or the result of sleeping with a chess book un…
5 Feb 2026
hpy
The Caro-Kann series is complete!
The Caro-Kann series is complete. I have covered the opening in 22 detailed videos. I hope they help…
12 Aug 2024
FM
mizant83
Caro-Kann: good or bad for beginners?
While an opening suited for a GM might not always be appropriate for a beginner, the question arises…
27 Nov 2024
WFM
fla2021
The Four Knights Opening! Easy win for White Pieces
Check this line if you want to surprise your opponent as White pieces
3 Jul 2024
WFM
fla2021
Key points and Plans in the Italian Opening
Learn How to Play the Italian Opening by Focusing on Key Points and the Games Shared in This Post
28 Aug 2023
GM
NoelStuder
The One-Third-Rule: How To Take Control Of Your Chess Training
Many chess improvers spend a lot of time thinking about the ‘ideal’ chess study plan. “Should I trai…
23 Feb 2025
noahlz
More Opening Principles for Beginners
"Now what...?"
18 Jun 2024
IM
nikhildixit
How to Play Against Sicilian Defense?
Guide for 800-2000 rated players
11 Apr 2022
NM
Chess-Network
Bobby Fischer crushes Chilean Chess Champion in 23 moves | 1960
Fischer welcomes International Master Letelier's pawn into his house
9 Apr 2023
GM
NoelStuder
Do Not Fall Into The Trap Of Half-Knowledge
Remembering your preparation is not an easy task. Many times when I play games, I cannot remember th…
13 Jul 2023
GM
NoelStuder
Beginner Chess Strategy: 5 Must-Know Tips
Mastering Chess strategy is the non-plus ultra for many Chess players.
15 Apr 2024
GM
NoelStuder
Adult Improvers: Why GM Openings Might Not Suit You
A 1750-rated reader recently told me: “A small comment to my Grandmaster Coach about not fully under…
26 Jan 2024
FM
mizant83
French Defense: Advance Variation (for Black)
Can you attack (with Black) in the Advance Variation of the French Defense?
2 May 2024
NM
Schadenfreude__gut
Doubled pawns: in 14 flavours
Whether they are good or bad there is something a bit sinister about how doubled pawns are normally …
29 Jun 2025
DrMid
The Stray Gambit.
How can cats teach us to use courage and hope?
27 Mar 2026
ashtonanderson
Announcing maiachess.com
A new chess platform powered by Maia-3, our latest human-like chess AI.
3 Mar 2026
IM
theScot
French Defense: The "Dullest" of All Openings
A foray into the evolution of the French Defence
8 Oct 2024
FM
Zig_Zag_Zug_Zwang
The Blueprint On How to Prepare Against Your Opponent
Preparation is key to success in chess, and knowing how to effectively prepare for your opponent can…
31 Mar 2024
TheOnoZone
The Ono Gambit
I am getting older.
2 Aug 2024
GM
Gordima
Bortnyk's Blitz Repertoire
How to get non-standard tricky opening positions?
20 Nov 2023
oortcloud_o
Which openings are related?
simulating opening connectivity graphs with known techniques
23 Nov 2023
FM
mizant83
Caro-Kann: Advance Variation (for Black)
Key points of the Botvinnik-Carls Defense (video)
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