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Mattc1975
do beginner players ratings go up and down. I was at 545 around Christmas time and can't win since then does this happen.and what should I work on.
justbefair
Mattc1975 wrote:
do beginner players ratings go up and down. I was at 545 around Christmas time and can't win since then does this happen.and what should I work on.

Yes. That happens to everyone.

Noodlecase
Hey man same boat, it fluctuates. What helped me was to play longer games, and learn to play untitled so to speak.

Also I’m trying to make a habit of scanning the whole board and keep in mind of both sides as it is a two player game (unless you are playing by yourself). When I’m frustrated I just auto lose which isn’t helpful and for a beginner like us it’s all a long learning process.

Mattc1975

What opening should I look at.

Noodlecase
I’m the furthest thing away from an expert but try and coordinate pieces and protect them would by a reasonable guess
RussBell

Improving Your Chess - Resources for Beginners and Beyond...

https://www.chess.com/blog/RussBell/improving-your-chess-resources-for-beginners-and-beyond

tygxc

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"What opening should I look at." ++ None at all. Just develop pieces into play and play for the center. Focus on not hanging any pieces or pawns. Always check your intended move is no blunder before you play it.

GeorgeWyhv14

You should work on all three phases. Opening, middlegame and endgame.