Start with the French (ECO C), switch to the Benoni (ECO A), then play the Sicilian (ECO B). That's the first three moves of a game designed to throw the opponent off balance. See Transpositions on my Chess Skills blog. Read more »
Enigmata convinced me to sign up for a thematic tournament he created: Sicilian Defense: Scheveningen Variation, Keres Attack. Beginning my preparation is proving intimidating as I note in my Chess Skills blog. Read more »
I have the goal of reaching 1800+ USCF in the next year. But, my wins against 1800+ have been infrequent. The latest was just over one year ago. Read more »
The frequently employed term development came up in reply to questions regarding the middlegame. I decided to take a Socratic approach to the issue and raise questions to see if anyone can define it adequately. I've been concerned with ... Read more »
Okay, I've been here at Chess.com for twenty days now and remarkably I'm nearly always here when I'm at my computer. What elements of this site explain its appeal? I've been playing turn-based chess for four years, so the nat... Read more »
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