The book explores the impact of AI on modern chess, with chess players using new engines to evaluate positions and develop opening theory and middlegame concepts. FIDE Master Joshua Doknjas discusses exciting ideas and examines previously overlooked areas of chess, providing fascinating material for masters and less experienced players.

Format: Paperback / softback
Length: 336 pages
Publication date: 18 February 2022
Publisher: Everyman Chess

The Extraordinary Impact of AI on Modern Chess

In 2018, DeepMind released the astonishing results of their chess-playing artificial intelligence software, AlphaZero. Chess players were left in disbelief, wondering how this breakthrough would shape the future of the game.

Less than a year later, a new wave of chess engines emerged, leveraging neural networks to evaluate positions in entirely new ways. This book delves into the profound impact that AI has had on modern chess.

Since the end of 2018, the games of top chess players have showcased the integration of these innovative engines into their home analysis. These engines have not only revolutionized opening theory but also deepened our understanding of middlegame concepts. By analyzing these games through the lens of neural network engines, FIDE Master Joshua Doknjas presents a wealth of exciting ideas and explores previously overlooked areas of chess.

This book is designed to cater to both masters and less experienced players, offering thorough explanations, thought-provoking questions, and engaging exercises. It provides a captivating journey into the world of modern chess, offering valuable insights and skills to enhance one's gameplay.

Dimension: 240 x 170 (mm)
ISBN-13: 9781781945988