Chess Middlegame II

Chess Middlegame II, authored by Grandmaster Alexander Kalinin, is a comprehensive course designed to deepen a student’s understanding of middlegame strategies through a structured theoretical approach. This course explores a wide range of openings, including the Sicilian Defense (Dragon, Najdorf, and Paulsen variations), Ruy Lopez (Open and Exchange variations), King's Gambit, Italian Game, Evans Gambit, Pirc-Ufimtsev, Alekhine's Defense, Nimzo-Indian Defense, Queen's Indian Defense, Queen's Gambit, and Modern Benoni.

This course is part of the Chess King Learn series (https://learn.chessking.com/), a revolutionary method of chess instruction. The series encompasses courses in tactics, strategy, openings, middlegame, and endgame, tailored for players from beginner to professional levels.

By using this course, you can enhance your chess knowledge, discover new tactical patterns and combinations, and apply these concepts effectively in real games.

The program functions as a personal coach, assigning exercises and guiding you through them when needed. It offers hints, detailed explanations, and even highlights critical refutations of incorrect moves.

The course also includes an interactive theoretical section that explains strategic methods for specific phases of the game, supported by practical examples. Lessons are presented interactively, allowing you not only to read the material but also to play out positions and explore unclear lines directly on the board.

Key Features of the Program:

♔ High-quality examples, all verified for accuracy
♔ Mandatory input of key moves as required by the instructor
♔ Multiple difficulty levels for varied learning experiences
♔ Diverse objectives within each exercise to challenge your thinking
♔ Instant feedback with hints upon making an error
♔ Refutation of common mistakes, clearly demonstrated
♔ Play any position against the computer for further analysis
♔ Interactive theoretical lessons for deeper engagement
♔ Well-organized table of contents for easy navigation
♔ ELO rating tracking to monitor your progress over time
♔ Customizable test mode with flexible options
♔ Bookmarking feature to save your favorite exercises
♔ Tablet-friendly interface optimized for larger screens
♔ Offline access—no internet connection required
♔ Cross-device synchronization via a free Chess King account across Android, iOS, and Web platforms

The course offers a free version that allows you to sample the program before purchasing additional content. All lessons in the free section are fully functional, giving you a realistic preview of the training experience.

Course Outline:

1.1. Sicilian Defense
1.2. Dragon Variation
1.3. Najdorf Variation 6. Be3
1.4. Paulsen Variation

2.1. King's Gambit
2.2. King's Gambit Declined 2... Bc5
2.3. Falkbeer Counter Gambit 2... d5 3. exd5 e4
2.4. Variation with 2... d5 3. exd5 exf4
2.5. Variation with 3... Nf6 4. e5 Nh5
2.6. Variation with 3... Be7
2.7. Variation with 3... g5

3.1. Giuoco Piano (Italian Game)
3.2. Giuoco Pianissimo 4. d3
3.3. Moeller Attack 4. c3
3.4. Evans Gambit 4. b4

4.1. Ruy Lopez
4.2. Open Variation
4.3. Ruy Lopez. Exchanged variation

5.1. Pirc-Ufimtsev Defense
5.2. Classical Variation 4. Nf3 Bg7 5. Be2 O-O 6. O-O
5.3. Variation with 4. f3
5.4. Austrian Attack 4. f4

6.1. Alekhine's Defense
6.2. Four Pawns Attack 4. c4 Nb6 5. f4
6.3. Exchange Variation 5. exd6
6.4. Modern Variation 4. Nf3 Bg4 5. Be2 e6 6. O-O

7.1. Nimzo-Indian Defense. Classical Variation 4. Qc2
7.2. Variation with 4... d6
7.3. Variation with 4... b6
7.4. System with 4... O-O

8.1. Queen's Indian Defense
8.2. Classical Variation
8.3. System with 4... Ba6

9.1. Queen's Gambit Declined. Orthodox Defense
9.2. Rubinstein's Attack 7. Qc2

10. Modern Benoni Defense

What's New in Version 3.3.2 (Updated July 29, 2024):

• Added a Spaced Repetition-based training mode that mixes previously missed exercises with new ones, offering a personalized set of puzzles for optimal learning
• Introduced the ability to run tests based on bookmarked positions
• New daily puzzle goal setting—choose how many exercises you want to complete daily to maintain peak performance
• Implemented a daily streak tracker to motivate consistent learning
• Various bug fixes and usability improvements

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