Encyclopedia Chess Informant 3

The Encyclopedia of Chess Combinations vol. 3 (ECC vol. 3) is an exceptional resource tailored for chess players with an ELO of 2400, offering a comprehensive and systematic approach to mastering advanced chess combinations. This volume, drawn from the latest edition of the renowned book by Chess Informant, presents over 1000 high-quality puzzles meticulously curated and organized by theme. Unlike the scattered basic tactics found online, ECC vol. 3 provides a consistent and systematic challenge, revealing deeper layers of tactical intricacies as you progress.

This course is part of the Chess King Learn series (https://learn.chessking.com/), a groundbreaking method for chess education. The series encompasses courses on tactics, strategy, openings, middlegame, and endgame, tailored to various skill levels, from beginners to professionals.

With this course, you can enhance your chess skills, discover new tactical maneuvers, and apply your knowledge in practical scenarios. The program functions as a personal coach, presenting tasks for you to solve and offering guidance if you encounter difficulties. It provides hints, explanations, and even showcases striking refutations of common mistakes.

The program also includes a theoretical section, which interactively explains game strategies at different stages, using real-life examples. This interactive approach allows you to not only read the lesson text but also make moves on the board and practice unclear positions.

Key Advantages of the Program:

• High-Quality Examples: All puzzles are double-checked for accuracy.
• Comprehensive Input: You must enter all key moves as instructed by the coach.
• Varied Complexity: Tasks are available at different levels of difficulty.
• Diverse Objectives: Problems come with various goals to achieve.
• Error Hints: The program provides hints when mistakes are made.
• Mistake Refutations: Typical errors are refuted with detailed explanations.
• Playable Positions: You can play out any position against the computer.
• Interactive Theory: Lessons are presented interactively with board practice.
• Organized Content: Features a structured table of contents.
• ELO Tracking: Monitors changes in your ELO rating throughout your learning journey.
• Flexible Testing: Includes a test mode with adjustable settings.
• Bookmarking: Ability to bookmark favorite exercises.
• Tablet Compatibility: Optimized for larger screens.
• Offline Access: No internet connection required.
• Multi-Device Sync: Link to a free Chess King account for cross-platform access on Android, iOS, and Web.

The course offers a free section where you can fully experience the program before purchasing additional topics, including:

1. Annihilation of defence
2. Blockade
3. Clearance
4. Deflection
5. Discovered attack
6. Pinning
7. Demolition of pawn structure
8. Decoy
9. Interference
10. Double attack

What's New in Version 3.4.0

Updated on Oct 12, 2024:

• Spaced Repetition Training Mode: Combines previously incorrect exercises with new ones, offering a tailored set of puzzles.
• Bookmark Testing: Ability to launch tests on bookmarked exercises.
• Daily Puzzle Goals: Set your daily exercise target to maintain your skills.
• Daily Streak: Track consecutive days of achieving your daily goal.
• Various Fixes and Improvements: Enhanced overall functionality and user experience.