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10 Mar 2026
Calculation Techniques: Discovered Checks
Discovered checks are a powerful and seemingly simple tactical idea. From looking at students' games…
27 Feb 2026
Calculation Techniques: Switching the Move Order
This post is about the calculation technique of "switching the move order" when you spot a tactical …
21 Feb 2026
Calculation Techniques: Looking Ahead One "Extra" Move
This post is about the calculation technique of looking one "extra" move ahead. This is an essential…