From beginner to strategist — your journey starts here
Complete lessons to unlock new topics and track your mastery
The board has 8 rows (ranks) and 8 columns (files), making 64 squares total — 32 light and 32 dark.
Files are labeled a through h from left to right (White's perspective).
Ranks are numbered 1 through 8 from White's side to Black's side.
Each square has a unique name: file + rank. Example: e4, d7, h1.
White square always goes on the right! ("White on right")
Learn each piece's name, value, and how it moves
Master these patterns to win games
Learn the most popular chess opening sequences
Answer questions to earn points and track your progress
