Application Description

Chess has always been a game of intellect, strategy, and deep calculation. Among the many ways to sharpen your skills, studying endgame compositions stands as one of the most instructive and elegant methods. This training course is a carefully curated selection from the renowned CT-ART 4.0 curriculum, drawing from the finest chess studies known for their educational depth and artistic beauty.

There is no better way to internalize tactical patterns and strategic ideas than through these timeless endgame masterpieces. The course features approximately 950 of the greatest endgame studies complemented by 900 additional supporting exercises. Each key position is accompanied by a unique feature—a 5x5 mini-diagram—offering a visual hint that distills the core tactical idea behind the solution.

This course is part of the acclaimed Chess King Learn series (https://learn.chessking.com/), an innovative and comprehensive approach to chess education. The series spans all major aspects of the game: tactics, strategy, openings, middlegame, and endgame. It is structured across multiple levels—from beginner to professional—ensuring every player finds material suited to their current skill level and growth goals.

By working through this course, you will deepen your understanding of chess, uncover powerful tactical motifs, and apply learned concepts effectively in real games.

The program functions like a personal chess coach. It presents tasks, guides you when stuck, and provides hints, detailed explanations, and even strong refutations of incorrect moves to reinforce learning.

Key Features of the Program:

♔ High-quality examples – All positions are verified for accuracy
♔ Active participation required – You must enter all critical moves as directed
♔ Multiple difficulty levels – Tasks adjusted to challenge players at different stages
♔ Diverse objectives – Each exercise has a specific goal to achieve
♔ Instant feedback – Hints are provided upon making an error
♔ Refutation of common mistakes – See why wrong moves fail clearly and convincingly
♔ Play against the engine – Practice any position with the built-in chess engine
♔ Well-structured content – Easy navigation with a clear table of contents
♔ ELO rating tracking – Monitor your progress and improvement over time
♔ Customizable test mode – Adjust settings to suit your training needs
♔ Bookmark favorite exercises – Save key positions for future review
♔ Tablet-friendly interface – Optimized for larger screens
♔ Offline access – No internet connection required
♔ Cross-device sync – Connect to your free Chess King account and continue your progress seamlessly across Android, iOS, and Web platforms

The course offers a fully functional free version where you can explore lessons before purchasing the full package. Try before you commit and experience the quality firsthand. Topics included in the free section:

1. Attacking the king
2. Stalemate
3. Pawn promotion
4. Domination
5. Positional fortresses and how to break them
6. Draws via perpetual check or repetition
7. Miscellaneous themes and combined ideas

What’s New in Version 3.3.2 (Updated August 7, 2024):

• Introduced a Spaced Repetition training mode, intelligently mixing past errors with new puzzles to optimize retention
• Added the ability to run tests on bookmarked exercises
• Implemented a daily puzzle goal feature – set your own target to maintain consistent progress
• Introduced a daily streak counter – track how many consecutive days you've met your goal
• Various bug fixes and performance improvements to ensure smooth operation

Whether you're looking to refine your tactical vision, strengthen your endgame technique, or simply enjoy the artistry of chess compositions, this course delivers a rich, interactive, and rewarding learning experience.

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