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It takes time for you to learn how to walk, having learned how to crawl the first time.
Similarly, you can't expect yourself to be able to do calculus on day two after learning the basics of algebra (variable x) on day one.
Two days are probably insufficient for players to grasp the basic concepts of chess. Play or train for a few more days. Patience is the key.
(I think that I had trouble remembering how pieces moved even after a full day of learning the moves, and that was more than ten years ago)
Feel like im not making any progress when I play a game against the computer tho. I just lose easily. Maybe I should take more time during my turns and really try and figure stuff out I don't know.
At this stage it's probably too mean for me to ask you to see tactics, having only played the game for just two days, so for the time being I guess you can continue to see how your opponents react to your moves or you can also watch games of other players at the lower rating level (not the advanced ones yet at this time) to get used to piece movements.
How can I watch games Eric?
DreSWFC wrote:
How can I watch games Eric?
Under "Live Chess", you can watch any of the available games being played from the selections available. Alternatively, if you have made some Chess.com friends and if they are online, you can observe their games. In tournaments on Live Chess, you can also view several games.
Thanks mate!
"... for those that want to be as good as they can be, they'll have to work hard.
Play opponents who are better than you … . Learn basic endgames. Create a simple opening repertoire (understanding the moves are far more important than memorizing them). Study tactics. And pick up tons of patterns. That’s the drumbeat of success. ..." - IM Jeremy Silman (December 27, 2018)
https://www.chess.com/article/view/little-things-that-help-your-game
https://www.chess.com/article/view/how-to-start-out-in-chess
https://www.chess.com/news/view/a-new-years-resolution-improve-your-chess-with-new-lessons
"... In order to maximize the benefits of [theory and practice], these two should be approached in a balanced manner. ... Play as many slow games (60 5 or preferably slower) as possible, ... The other side of improvement is theory. ... This can be reading books, taking lessons, watching videos, doing problems on software, etc. ..." - NM Dan Heisman (2002)
https://web.archive.org/web/20140627084053/http://www.chesscafe.com/text/heisman19.pdf
"... If it’s instruction, you look for an author that addresses players at your level (buying something that’s too advanced won’t help you at all). This means that a classic book that is revered by many people might not be useful for you. ..." - IM Jeremy Silman (2015)
https://www.chess.com/article/view/the-best-chess-books-ever
Here are some reading possibilities that I often mention:
Simple Attacking Plans by Fred Wilson (2012)
https://web.archive.org/web/20140708090402/http://www.chesscafe.com/text/review874.pdf
http://dev.jeremysilman.com/shop/pc/Simple-Attacking-Plans-77p3731.htm
Logical Chess: Move by Move by Irving Chernev (1957)
https://web.archive.org/web/20140708104437/http://www.chesscafe.com/text/logichess.pdf
The Most Instructive Games of Chess Ever Played by Irving Chernev (1965)
https://chessbookreviews.wordpress.com/tag/most-instructive-games-of-chess-ever-played/
Winning Chess by Irving Chernev and Fred Reinfeld (1948)
https://web.archive.org/web/20140708093415/http://www.chesscafe.com/text/review919.pdf
Back to Basics: Tactics by Dan Heisman (2007)
https://web.archive.org/web/20140708233537/http://www.chesscafe.com/text/review585.pdf
https://www.chess.com/article/view/book-review-back-to-basics-tactics
https://static1.squarespace.com/static/5856bd64ff7c50433c3803db/t/5895fc0ca5790af7895297e4/1486224396755/btbtactics2excerpt.pdf
Discovering Chess Openings by GM John Emms (2006)
https://web.archive.org/web/20140627114655/http://www.chesscafe.com/text/hansen91.pdf
Openings for Amateurs by Pete Tamburro (2014)
http://kenilworthian.blogspot.com/2014/05/review-of-pete-tamburros-openings-for.html
https://chessbookreviews.wordpress.com/tag/openings-for-amateurs/
https://www.mongoosepress.com/catalog/excerpts/openings_amateurs.pdf
Chess Endgames for Kids by Karsten Müller (2015)
https://chessbookreviews.wordpress.com/tag/chess-endgames-for-kids/
http://www.gambitbooks.com/pdfs/Chess_Endgames_for_Kids.pdf
A Guide to Chess Improvement by Dan Heisman (2010)
https://web.archive.org/web/20140708105628/http://www.chesscafe.com/text/review781.pdf
Studying Chess Made Easy by Andrew Soltis (2009)
https://web.archive.org/web/20140708090448/http://www.chesscafe.com/text/review750.pdf
Seirawan stuff:
http://seagaard.dk/review/eng/bo_beginner/ev_winning_chess.asp?KATID=BO&ID=BO-Beginner
http://www.nystar.com/tamarkin/review1.htm
https://web.archive.org/web/20140627132508/http://www.chesscafe.com/text/hansen173.pdf
https://www.chess.com/article/view/book-review-winning-chess-endings
https://web.archive.org/web/20140708092617/http://www.chesscafe.com/text/review560.pdf
Jun 20, 2019
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DreSWFC wrote:
Guys. I started playing chess 2 days ago. So gripped to it, I love the game. But, all I know is what the pieces can do that is literally it. I do not have a clue where to start.
This Kindle book was written especially for you. https://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B06XKG1VZD/
IMBacon wrote:
DreSWFC wrote:
Guys. I started playing chess 2 days ago. So gripped to it, I love the game. But, all I know is what the pieces can do that is literally it. I do not have a clue where to start. Ive played about 70 games against the computer level 1 and cant beat it at all. Any advice??? Thankyou!! Also I don't know what all these names are like Italian defence and stuff so if you do have any tips for me can you please try keep it simple but obviously im willing to learn names in the future etc. Just not while im trying to start it if thats ok, thanks!!
If you cant go through this checklist for each move before losing on time. Youre playing to fast.
Opening Principles:
- Control the center squares – d4-e4-d5-e5
- Develop your minor pieces toward the center – piece activity is the key
- Castle
- Connect your rooks
Tactics...tactics...tactics...
The objective of development is about improving the value of your pieces by increasing the importance of their roles. Well-developed pieces have more fire-power than undeveloped pieces and they do more in helping you gain control.
Now we will look at 5 practical things you can do to help you achieve your development objective.
They are:
- Give priority to your least active pieces.
- Which piece needs to be developed (which piece is the least active)
- Where should it go (where can its role be maximized)
- Exchange your least active pieces for your opponent’s active pieces.
- Restrict the development of your opponent’s pieces.
- Neutralize your opponent’s best piece.
- Secure strong squares for your pieces.
Don’t help your opponent develop.
There are 2 common mistakes whereby you will simply be helping your opponent to develop:
- Making a weak threat that can easily be blocked
- Making an exchange that helps your opponent to develop a piece
Pre Move Checklist:
- Make sure all your pieces are safe.
- Look for forcing moves: Checks, captures, threats. You want to look at ALL forcing moves (even the bad ones) as this will force you look at, and see the entire board.
- If there are no forcing moves, you then want to remove any of your opponent’s pieces from your side of the board.
- If your opponent doesn’t have any of his pieces on your side of the board, then you want to improve the position of your least active piece.
- After each move by your opponent, ask yourself: "What is my opponent trying to do?"
A good advice, but probably too advanced for him/her at this stage of time considering that he/she is new to the game. Just try and play and have fun as you get to grips with how pieces move from the starting position and how one piece attacks another.
The best advice I could give you DreSWFC is to
Jun 21, 2019
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Martin_Stahl wrote:
DreSWFC wrote:
Guys. I started playing chess 2 days ago. So gripped to it, I love the game. But, all I know is what the pieces can do that is literally it. I do not have a clue where to start. Ive played about 70 games against the computer level 1 and cant beat it at all. Any advice??? Thankyou!! Also I don't know what all these names are like Italian defence and stuff so if you do have any tips for me can you please try keep it simple but obviously im willing to learn names in the future etc. Just not while im trying to start it if thats ok, thanks!!
New to Chess and Beginner lessons will likely help.
Please how do I annotate my games? I'd love to be able to do this so I can post played games with my thought process on the forums. Would be great if you could help.
Jun 21, 2019
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IMBacon wrote:
IFHMSAMLKMP wrote:
Martin_Stahl wrote:
DreSWFC wrote:
Guys. I started playing chess 2 days ago. So gripped to it, I love the game. But, all I know is what the pieces can do that is literally it. I do not have a clue where to start. Ive played about 70 games against the computer level 1 and cant beat it at all. Any advice??? Thankyou!! Also I don't know what all these names are like Italian defence and stuff so if you do have any tips for me can you please try keep it simple but obviously im willing to learn names in the future etc. Just not while im trying to start it if thats ok, thanks!!
New to Chess and Beginner lessons will likely help.
Please how do I annotate my games? I'd love to be able to do this so I can post played games with my thought process on the forums. Would be great if you could help.
Here is a sample of what you can do when analyzing your games. Keep it simple. No one is expecting GM level analysis. Post your thoughts,m ideas, plans, etc. What were you trying to accomplish with each move?
Thank you for this, it helped a lot. What do I use to annotate the game tho? Is there a tool or feature of some kind?
There is a little chessboard at the top of your chat box if you are on the website and not on the app. Here you can post your positions. You can make moves from the starting position or start from a different position altogether. After making the relevant legal moves on the board, you can right-click on the move and click on "Comment After".
The first time I tried this was on Internet Explorer and the comments were never retained (or even went through). Now I am using Chrome and the comments can successfully appear.
Jun 21, 2019
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eric0022 wrote:
There is a little chessboard at the top of your chat box if you are on the website and not on the app. Here you can post your positions. You can make moves from the starting position or start from a different position altogether. After making the relevant legal moves on the board, you can right-click on the move and click on "Comment After".
The first time I tried this was on Internet Explorer and the comments were never retained (or even went through). Now I am using Chrome and the comments can successfully appear.
Thanks. Finally figured it out.
My advice. Do not play the computer. Play humans at a chess club at any level . They will be glad to explain your errors. Play on here. Play at least 30min per game. After the game, chat the opponent to dicuss the game.
Nwap111 wrote:
My advice. Do not play the computer. Play humans at a chess club at any level . They will be glad to explain your errors. Play on here. Play at least 30min per game. After the game, chat the opponent to dicuss the game.
Most opponents wouldn't even bother to discuss your game. Rarely would that happen. Most opponents would think as a waste of time, and play another game.
In depends on your opponent. However, people who post their games on here will find many willing to give good advice. Looking at one's games, and getting advice from better, even a little better than one, is the best thing anyone can do, especially a beginner.
Discover...
Primarily for beginner-novice...
https://www.mark-weeks.com/aboutcom/caa-ltpc.htm
https://www.chess.com/article/view/study-plan-beyond-the-basics
https://www.chess.com/article/view/the-10-most-common-mistakes-among-chess-beginners
https://www.chess.com/article/view/the-64-commandments
https://www.chess.com/blog/RussBell
https://www.chess.com/article/view/the-principles-of-the-opening
https://www.chess.com/video/player/everything-you-need-to-know-2-the-opening
https://www.chess.com/article/view/study-plan-for-beginners-the-opening2
https://www.chess.com/blog/RussBell/openings-resources-for-beginners-and-beyond
For exceptionally instructive articles on all aspects of chess check out Dan Heisman's "Novice Nook" column articles (and much more) here...
https://web.archive.org/web/20140625052220/http://www.chesscafe.com/archives/archives.htm
Finally, play mostly longer time controls, including "daily" chess, so you have time to think about what you should be doing - blitz and bullet chess may be fun, but at this stage of your development they will do little to promote your rapid improvement or your understanding of how to play correctly.....
https://www.chess.com/article/view/longer-time-controls-are-more-instructive
https://www.chess.com/forum/view/general/how-blitz-and-bullet-rotted-my-brain-don-t-let-it-rot-yours
https://web.archive.org/web/20140627052239/http://www.chesscafe.com/text/heisman16.pdf
https://web.archive.org/web/20140627030447/http://www.chesscafe.com/text/heisman115.pdf
Guys. I started playing chess 2 days ago. So gripped to it, I love the game. But, all I know is what the pieces can do that is literally it. I do not have a clue where to start. Ive played about 70 games against the computer level 1 and cant beat it at all. Any advice??? Thankyou!! Also I don't know what all these names are like Italian defence and stuff so if you do have any tips for me can you please try keep it simple but obviously im willing to learn names in the future etc. Just not while im trying to start it if thats ok, thanks!!
https://www.chess.com/lessons
New to Chess and Beginner lessons will likely help.