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Schach-Selbsttraining Documentation

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A comprehensive guide to independent chess self-training and methodology. It covers training plans for tactics, openings, endgames, strategy, and analysis, alongside reviews of online platforms like Lichess, chess.com, Chessbase, and Chessable. The documentation also provides resources for online training methods, school and youth chess organizations, and a curated list of chess tools and resources.

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  1. Overview of Chessbase online platform

    The Chessbase website serves primarily as a source for chess articles, a store for software, and a basic playing area. It is not considered a full-featured social/training platform in the same vein as Lichess or Chess.com, though it provides access to prepared Chessbase materials.

  2. Overview of Chessbase for professional game management

    Chessbase is a professional Windows-only software used for managing large databases of chess games and positions. It is complex to operate and uses a proprietary database format (the newer 2cbh format aims to improve file management). It typically offers various database tiers (e.g., Mega or Big) containing games from around the world. The software is commercial, with a high cost for the latest version and upgrades.

  3. Overview of Chessbase and Aimchess platforms

    Other available resources include:

    • Chessbase: Primarily a software vendor and news site. While it has a playing area and analysis material, it is not considered a full-featured social playing platform.
    • Aimchess: An AI-driven chess improvement tool (available at aimchess.com).

  5. Aimchess training tools overview

    Aimchess offers several specific training modules within its Training Room:

    • Opening Trainer: Practice known openings against an engine at a specific level to verify your repertoire.
    • Intuition Trainer: A free tool where you analyze a game and identify the incorrect move.
    • 360 Trainer: Find the best move in various positions (10 free per day).
    • Blindfold Tactics: Solve puzzles where pieces look identical (like queens) but their true identity is listed on the board.
    • Time Trainer: A tool designed to help players decide when to calculate and when to play a 'good move'.
    • Checkmate Patterns: Basic exercises for recognizing checkmate patterns.

  6. Compare costs of popular chess training tools

    The following table provides a cost overview for common chess training platforms. Pricing is categorized by monthly and annual costs, along with key features available in paid tiers.
    ToolMonthly CostAnnual CostKey Paid Features
    Lichess00All features are free
    chess.com7 / 11 / 1850 / 85 / 125Ad-free, Unlimited Puzzles, Lessons, Game Reviews, Endgames
    Chesstempo2.69 / 3.59 / 8.0818 / 32 / 71Various membership tiers
    Chessbook880No repertoire size restriction (Free version limited to 100 moves per color)
    Listudy--All features are free
    ChessablePer course-Pay per topic; lifetime access to purchased/free courses (no download option)
    Aimchess$7.99-Statistics, various paid tools, Deep Engine (16 vs 10)
    Chessmood99 / 129948 / 1188Extensive courses; higher tier includes Live Training

  7. Manage chess games using Scid

    Scid is a public domain, cross-platform alternative to Chessbase. It focuses on essential database functionality, using the PGN (Portable Game Notation) format for easy portability and readability across different readers. Key features include:

    • Game management in databases.
    • Annotation support (Tags, comments, NAGs).
    • Integrated Stockfish engine, with support for adding other engines.
    • Cross-platform compatibility (unlike Chessbase).

  8. Compare costs of popular chess training tools

    The following table provides a cost overview for various chess training platforms, distinguishing between monthly and annual pricing and highlighting key paid features.
    ToolMonthly CostAnnual CostKey Features / Notes
    Lichess00Completely free
    chess.com7 / 11 / 1850 / 85 / 125Ad-free, Unlimited Puzzles, Lessons, Game Reviews, Endgames
    Chesstempo2.69 / 3.59 / 8.0818 / 32 / 71Various membership tiers
    Chessbook880No repertoire size restriction (Free version limited to 100 moves per color)
    Listudy--Completely free
    Chessable--Pay-per-course; lifetime access to purchased/free courses (no downloads)
    Aimchess7.99$-Statistics, Deep Engine (16 vs 10), various paid tools
    Chessmood99 / 129948 / 1188High-quality courses; expensive tier includes live training

  10. Use LucasChess for comprehensive chess training

    LucasChess is a comprehensive chess tool that extends beyond simple game recording. It is based on PGN files and offers a wide range of training aspects, though it is noted for having a non-standard menu structure and organization.

  11. Manage chess databases with Chessbase

    Chessbase is a professional Windows-only software used for managing large databases of chess games and positions. It offers various database tiers (e.g., Mega or Big) containing games from around the world. The software features a Microsoft-style interface and a dedicated board window with additional data displays. Recent versions have introduced the .2cbh file format to improve database file management.