The Complete Guide to Chess Calculation and Evaluation
What you'll learn
- Be able to understand the importance of precise calculation in achieving successful outcomes in chess.
- Be able to implement 'Safety-Check' calculations to mitigate risks, particularly when feeling overconfident or complacent.
- Be able to fortify your position to reduce the consequences of potential calculation errors.
- Be able to understand the disparities between human and computer calculation capabilities.
- Be able to to identify and effectively navigate critical positions through enhanced calculation skil candidate forcing moves based on the spices
- Be able to conduct accurate evaluations at the conclusion of your calculations to ensure strategic coherence.
- Be able to rigorously apply the 'Checking all Checks' principle to uncover latent threats and opportunities.
- Be able to systematically employ the 'Checking all Captures' principle to maximize positional advantage.
- Be able to utilize the 'Checking all Major Threats' principle to preempt and neutralize opponent strategies.
- Be able to leverage the Spice Framework to prioritize the most impactful forcing moves.
- Be able to exploit the 'Weakness of the Last Move' to seize immediate tactical opportunities.
- Be able to identify and control 'Killer Common Squares' for strategic advantage.
- Be able to execute 'Liberational Spice' tactics to free your position and create dynamic play.
- Be able to disrupt opponent plans through 'Opponent's Anti-Liberation' tactics, including effective blockades and interference.
- Be able to master tactics that 'Lock or Cage the King', limiting your opponent's mobility and options.
- Be able to formulate and execute 'Multi-Spice' or 'Multi-Major Threat' moves to overwhelm opponents
- Be able to discern the benefits and drawbacks of puzzle practice in developing calculation skills.
- Be able to translate calculation skills into real-game scenarios, prioritizing superior positions.
- Be able to manage your clock effectively, understanding the interplay between time controls and calculation depth.
- Be able to exploit human error potential in your opponent, treating chess as a psychological battle.
- Be able to anticipate and counteract your opponent's calculations for strategic advantage.
- Be able to integrate safe positional play with advanced calculation techniques.
- Be able to learn from unrewarding calculations by identifying and understanding missing elements.
- Be able to navigate the 'Horizon Effect', understanding its implications on your strategic planning.
- Be able to recognize when to conclude calculations on a move, optimizing time and focus.
- Be able to weigh the pros and cons of forcing moves, using them to their utmost potential.
Requirements
- Know how the chess pieces move
Description
Welcome to "The Complete Guide to Chess Calculation," a comprehensive journey that takes you deep into the heart of calculation, one of the most critical skills in chess. Whether you're a beginner aspiring to elevate your game or an advanced player aiming to refine your skills, this course offers something invaluable for everyone.
Section 1: Introduction and Building a Strong Foundation
In the opening section, we explore the vital role calculation plays in chess, starting from its general importance to its specific function in securing positions and avoiding pitfalls, especially when overconfidence creeps into play. We'll delve into the nuances of critical positions, where precise calculation isn't just helpful—it's mandatory.
Next, we lay the groundwork for advanced proficiency with a trilogy of lectures on foundational calculation skills: mastering visualization, tactical and checkmate patterns, and evaluation techniques. Understanding the limitations of human calculation compared to computers is essential, and strategies to mitigate these limitations are thoroughly discussed.
The course then transitions into principles that guide effective calculation: checking all checks, captures, and major threats. Here, we introduce the Spice Framework, a unique method for prioritizing "spicy" forcing moves, which includes various "Spices" such as Weakness of the Last Move, Killer Common Square, and more.
Rewarding calculations are the heart of this course, and several lectures are dedicated to understanding how to maximize the efficiency and effectiveness of your calculation process. From time management and blunder awareness to refuting opponent's plans and knowing when to halt calculations, these lectures are goldmines of practical knowledge.
Other Sections: Practical Application through Puzzles
After the rich, theoretical groundwork, the course propels you into practical application with a diverse array of puzzles, starting from level #1. These puzzles, sourced from real games, range from classic scenarios to complex positions faced by Grandmasters. Each puzzle is an opportunity to apply learned concepts, sharpening your calculation skills in a practical context.
As the puzzles progress in difficulty, you'll be challenged to integrate more advanced concepts, reinforcing not just your calculation skills but also your overall chess strategy. Through this rigorous practice, you'll learn to recognize patterns, anticipate challenges, and navigate even the most demanding of chess scenarios.
Join us on this immersive journey, and transform the way you harness the power of the multi-purpose tool of calculation, and ultimately, triumph in the enthralling world of chess.
Who this course is for:
- Beginner to intermediate players who want to improve their chess in all phases of the game
Instructor
- 4.6 Instructor Rating
- 3,643 Reviews
- 19,128 Students
- 42 Courses
Dive deep into the intellectual universe of chess with Tryfon Gavriel, famously known to enthusiasts as "Kingscrusher." Beyond my titles as a FIDE Candidate Master and British Regional Chess Master, I am a dedicated chess educator, committed to spreading knowledge and passion for the game.
Decades of Strategic Pursuits My engagement with chess is a 35-year-long odyssey marked by competitive achievements both online and offline, including a peak ICC blitz rating of 2625 and an exceptional ECF grading of 212. My early triumph in the Lloyds Under 18 national UK tournament back in 1989 set the stage for a life steeped in chess, culminating in numerous top finishes in Lichess marathons and more. A statistical blog on lichess indicates :
"CM @Kingscrusher-YouTube has been an icon on Lichess for over a decade, as a chess streamer and as a very active player on Lichess. He is currently in 2nd place in overall trophies in all arenas (behind the unstoppable @Hoegi), he has many top 10 places in various rankings, and he has been racking up marathon trophies on his profile as well." - blog titled: "lichess-arena-rankings" (2024)
Udemy's Chess Luminary While I once enjoyed sharing insights and high-level analysis on my YouTube channel, my current passion lies in crafting comprehensive chess courses for Udemy. My dedication has been recognized with the "highest-rated" award for my detailed course on José Raúl Capablanca's strategies and the "Best Seller" accolade for my "Complete Guide to Chess Tactics," which garnered widespread acclaim shortly after its debut.
Teaching that Transforms Teaching chess goes beyond explaining moves on a board. For me, it's about igniting a passion for the sport and developing a deep, enduring understanding of strategic thinking and tactical decision-making. And it is about giving students the necessary chess abilities and skills that they can make use of in every single game they play. Courses such as the best selling "The complete guide to Chess Tactics" and "The complete guide to chess visualisation". There are also some courses based on champions. Drawing inspiration from chess titans like Paul Morphy, Alexander Alekhine, Mikhail Tal, Bobby Fischer, and Garry Kasparov, my courses offer more than knowledge—they provide a window into the minds of chess's greatest masters.
Your Journey Towards Chess Mastery My offerings on Udemy are designed for learners at all stages of their chess journey. Whether you're just starting or seeking advanced strategies, my courses are a gateway to deeper comprehension and appreciation of chess. Through meticulously designed lessons, I aim to equip you with the skills, confidence, and strategic acumen to elevate your game.
Join me in this exploration of chess, delving into the intricacies that make it a timeless classic. With each lesson, we'll unravel the complexities and joys of chess, fostering not just better players, but lifelong enthusiasts.