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Chess foundations
Chess starts with understanding its pieces and basic movement rules. This topic provides a simple introduction to the essentials, ensuring you feel comfortable on the board.
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Understanding the pieces and moves
Basic rules and notation
Which piece can move any number of squares in a straight line, horizontally or vertically?
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Opening Principles
Openings are about building a strong position while preparing long-term plans. This topic teaches how to develop efficiently and keep your king safe.
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Controlling the center of the board
Developing pieces and castling early
Tactics & Combinations
Tactics are short-term patterns that can instantly change a game’s outcome. This topic builds your ability to spot them quickly.
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Forks, pins, and skewers
Using sacrifices to gain advantage
Endgame Essentials
The endgame tests precision and patience. This topic gives you the tools to handle reduced positions with confidence.
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King and pawn endgames
Rook and minor piece strategies
Mastering chess strategy: from basics to brilliance

Beyond piece movement, chess requires a grasp of key rules such as check, checkmate, and stalemate. These fundamentals ensure fair play and proper decision-making during games.

Notation adds another layer of learning. Recording moves lets you revisit games, analyze decisions, and follow guides or grandmaster matches — a valuable habit for improvement.

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