Get better at chess with AI

Learn chess basics with AI

Chess is a game of strategy for everyone. While you may be most familiar with it thanks to seeing older adults playing at a public park while slapping their timeclocks, it’s appropriate for all ages. The hardest part of learning how to play chess is getting started because there’s a lot of information at once. Thankfully, generative AI can break it down for you. Try prompts like these to understand the basics:

• I’ve never played chess before. Tell me about the rules in very simple sentences. Explain the board and each piece in a way that a true beginner would understand. Share links to relevant videos.
• Explain the difference between a rook and a bishop.
• How do you win at chess?
• Are there special rules for chess?

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How to improve at chess

Once you understand the basics of chess, the real fun begins. It’s a complex game with endless variations, and once you’ve started playing, the pursuit of excellence might be a little addicting. While there’s no quick fix for getting better at chess, you can turn to AI to improve your knowledge and intuition for the game with prompts like these:

• What are some of the basic opening principles of chess?
• What’s the best opening in chess? Show videos of this in action and explain in detail.
• What is an opening trap? Give examples and share videos of master chess players utilizing these openings.
• What’s a stalemate trap?
• List strategic endgames and share videos of these games in action. Explain the thought process behind each move.
• Are there key patterns in chess that can help my game? What are the most common types of checkmates?

The best way to get better at chess is to play all the time. You should take your time and really think about each move before you make it. The more games you play, the better your intuition and understanding will become. Whether you’re playing against other people or against a computer, any time spent thinking about chess will help your game. But taking time to study certain moves and tactics with AI moves that learning forward.

Chess strategies and tips with AI

Let’s say you’ve been playing chess regularly and you’re the best player in your immediate circle. You’re ready to start branching out to play new people; maybe you’re even considering a local tournament or challenging one of the people you see playing in a public park.

It’s a great time to brush up on moves and chess strategies before you step into the proverbial ring. Before you issue a challenge, consult AI for chess tips:

• I’ve uploaded a video of one of my chess matches where I struggled. I played white. Analyze my moves and explain what I needed to do differently in order to be more in control of the board.
• My chess opponent favors a Lolli Attack as an opener. How can I counter this so that I’m not at a disadvantage?
• Are there any online resources I can use to play through difficult scenarios in chess where I can receive real time feedback?
• I am playing chess in a citywide tournament. My potential opponents are [names]. Find videos or information about their gameplay. Analyze their style of play and make recommendations about how I might be able to counter it.

Another option that’s becoming more readily available is AI chess coaching. By playing against an AI chess opponent, you get analysis of your own moves, suggestions for alternate moves, and practice identifying patterns than improve your chances of winning.

With AI, there’s no shortage of ways to sharpen your chess game. To do more with AI, like improving your photography skills, head to the Everyday AI hub.