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I think one thing that I have intentionally done every tournament was to talk to one new person and it has made what at times can be a lonely pursuit, much more pleasant!

@RandyWeiler it really is different for everyone but the most important thing for getting to 1200 (either online or OTB national rating/FIDE) is to have your tactics down and to have 1 opening for whi…

Sometimes it is just better to dive right in and complete that first task!

Another benefit of chess.com is the ability to play USCF online events which I partake in sometimes as well as their professional rapid events. Lichess studies to me are far superior currently...defin…

It seems that there is no money in chess purely as a player unless you are in the top 50 in the world and have access to either government funds or other forms of support. Couldn't imagine playing in …

https://lichess.org/embed/10qhAoXw?theme=auto&bg=auto A queen sac to counter the Caro-Kann

The first story of the elderly chess player who almost casually mentions being used as a martyr really set the tone. #FreeUkraine

There are also a ton of free studies by community members who have broken down their favorite openings. But tactics, tactics, and more tactics, and reviewing your games are most important.

I really liked your move Ne4 as it complicates the position a bit