NM
I'm the senior editor of Attacking Chess, a keen chess player, rated above 2300 in chess.com. You can challenge me or asking questions at Chess.com.
Chess 101
Caissa Chess: A Friendly Guide to the Engine, Its Power, and How to Use It
Caissa is a modern, open-source chess engine that has earned significant respect in the computer-chess community. Written in C++, Caissa...
News
PlentyChess Engine: Strengths, Setup, and Download Guide
PlentyChess is a modern UCI chess engine that has risen quickly in the computer-chess world. It’s a C++ engine that...
Chess Clubs
Where to play chess in Houston (Texas)
Houston might be known for space, sports, and world-class food, but it also has one of the most active and...
News
Berserk Chess Engine: What It Is, How Strong It Is, and How to Use It
Berserk is an open-source UCI chess engine created and maintained by Jay Honnold. Since first appearing in 2021 it has...
News
Andy Woodward and Carissa Yip Set to Conquer Wijk aan Zee
The historic Dutch coastal town of Wijk aan Zee has long been a crucible where chess legends are forged. Each...
Chess Books
My Four-Month Journey With How to Reassess Your Chess: A Simple Review
In July 2017, I felt stuck. My blitz rating on Chess.com was 1724 and it had stayed there for months....
News
Kramnik vs FIDE: What Sanctions the Former World Champion Could Face
The International Chess Federation (FIDE) has launched a rare and serious disciplinary case against former World Champion Vladimir Kramnik. FIDE...
News
2025 Northern Virginia Open: Event Overview and What to Expect
The 2025 Northern Virginia Open returns this fall as one of the region’s most anticipated chess events. Held from November...
Chess Clubs
Top 10 Chess Clubs in Toronto (with addresses & contacts)
Toronto’s chess scene blends historic university clubs, neighbourhood volunteer groups, scholastic organisations and lively park/rec centre meetups. Below are ten...
News
19th Annual SPICE Cup 2025 Returns to Bellevue With a Strong Field
The 2025 SPICE Cup will take place November 20–25 in Bellevue, Washington, bringing together a competitive field of titled players...
