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Originally Posted by wolly
I understand the tactics of chess(pins,skewers,deflection,forks,double attack) and I want to begin the fundamentals of chess(openings,traps,etc).
I have found a course called Roman's Lab. Is this a good beginning for me?
I am familiar with Roman's Lab. I think you can do better although any study material you put serious time into will help you improve. The opening theory in RL is quite dated now but that would not matter at your level. There are some analysis errors in the pawn endgame module but again, if someone handed you all the DVDs for free Id say go for it.
For reference I am FIDE rated ~2100. So an experienced, successful player in the top 2000 players in the US but not a pro by any means.
If you like videos, I can recommend Internet Chess Club (subscription). They have hundreds of videos including a structured lesson course by Susan Polgar that might be good for you.
Chessbase also has lots of good material which requires their free software to view.
If you like books their are many many good ones aimed at players like you going from beginner to intermediate. PM me if you want specific suggestions.
Finally like poker, the best way to improve is to mix theoretical study with actual play. Then analyze your games. Learn from your losses and you will definitely improve.
Good luck! Chess is a rewarding pursuit even in the computer age when it seems every game is all but solved.
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