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Playing one minute online: Learning from a thrashing

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When we play bullet games, we get those lopsided games. Though a lot are due to mouseslips and blunders, some are due to the exploration of openings.

In this game I usually get the position after move 3 as white. Sometimes I would play 4. exf5 but black rarely plays 4... Bxg2. So I find out why...

Yeah... on the bright side, I learned a valuable lesson, contrary to most bullet games that pass mindlessly... Cool
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Houji Yao
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Hello, I'm Houji - Welcome to my page.

I've been playing chess since childhood, but really committed during college where I jumped from 1800 to National Master shortly after graduation. By day I work as an economist at the Department of Finance Canada, building macroeconomic models and contributing to federal budget forecasting — previously at the Bank of Canada. Chess and economics share the same DNA: pattern recognition, long-horizon thinking, and composure under pressure. That analytical lens shapes how I coach.

I've been coaching since the pandemic and work with two types of students:

Club players & improvers — beginners through competitive players looking to break through to the next level.

Executives & professionals — high-performers who want sharper strategic thinking, or simply want to learn the game. No chess background required.

What we'll cover:
• Game analysis and pattern recognition
• Opening principles and repertoire building
• Tactical training and calculation
• Endgame technique
• Tournament psychology and practical decision-making

Club rate: $50 USD. Executive & professional coaching: contact for rates.

Ready to get started? Book your session here: https://calendly.com/houjiyao-chess/30min