Encyclopedia Chess Informant 3

If you're a chess enthusiast aiming to sharpen your skills at an ELO of 2400, the Encyclopedia of Chess Combinations vol. 3 (ECC vol. 3) is your go-to resource. This meticulously crafted educational tool is designed specifically for players at your level, drawing from the latest edition of the acclaimed book by Chess Informant. ECC vol. 3 features 1000 high-quality puzzles, each selected for its relevance to advanced play and sorted by theme to maximize your learning efficiency. Unlike the scattered, basic tactics found online, this course presents a systematic challenge that continually evolves, ensuring you're always on your toes and ready for the next level of complexity.

This course is part of the Chess King Learn series (https://learn.chessking.com/), renowned for its comprehensive approach to chess education. The series covers tactics, strategy, openings, middlegame, and endgame, tailored to players from beginners to professionals.

With ECC vol. 3, you'll not only improve your chess knowledge but also master new tactical tricks and combinations, reinforcing your skills through practical application. The program serves as your personal coach, guiding you through puzzles and offering hints and explanations to help you overcome any hurdles. It even showcases striking refutations of common mistakes, ensuring a deep understanding of the game.

The course also includes an interactive theoretical section that delves into game strategies at various stages, using real-life examples to illustrate key concepts. You're not just reading about the game; you're actively engaging with it, making moves and working through scenarios on the board.

Key Advantages of the Program:

♔ High-quality, double-checked examples ensure accuracy and relevance.

♔ You're required to enter all critical moves as directed by the instructor.

♔ The puzzles vary in complexity, catering to different skill levels and goals.

♔ The program provides hints if you make an error, and shows refutations for typical mistakes.

♔ You can play out any position against the computer for further practice.

♔ Interactive theoretical lessons enhance your understanding of chess strategies.

♔ A structured table of contents helps you navigate the course easily.

♔ The program tracks your ELO rating changes as you progress.

♔ A flexible test mode allows you to customize your learning experience.

♔ You can bookmark favorite exercises for future reference.

♔ The app is optimized for larger screens, such as tablets.

♔ No internet connection is required, offering flexibility in your study sessions.

♔ You can link the app to a free Chess King account, enabling you to continue your course across multiple devices on Android, iOS, and the web.

The course offers a free part where you can test the program's functionality with fully operational lessons. These lessons cover essential tactics like Annihilation of Defence, Blockade, Clearance, Deflection, Discovered Attack, Pinning, Demolition of Pawn Structure, Decoy, Interference, and Double Attack.

What's New in Version 3.4.0 (Updated Oct 12, 2024):

• Added a training mode based on Spaced Repetition, which smartly combines erroneous exercises with new ones to present a tailored set of puzzles.
• You can now launch tests on bookmarks for focused practice.
• A daily goal feature lets you set how many exercises you need to complete to keep your skills sharp.
• Track your daily streak to see how many consecutive days you meet your daily goal.
• Various fixes and improvements enhance the overall user experience.