About Reti Opening / A chess journal
For the player
who keeps learning.
I'm Amir Zarandouz, a 38-year-old competitive chess player, part-time coach and the writer behind Reti Opening.
Our story ↓
01 / The idea
Put your games
under the lens.
Chess is a huge part of my life. I play competitively, coach on the side and have a particular admiration for Bobby Fischer and Capablanca.
You can read about reviewing mistakes, choosing a coach or finding a book that suits your experience. Each guide gives you something concrete to consider before your next game.
New players can begin with the rules and a manageable study routine. If you already play regularly, the opening guides and tactics collections offer more focused reading.
02 / How to use the journal
Give your study
some direction.
Explain your choices.
Write down why you chose a move. Compare that reasoning with what happened on the board.
Revisit a difficult position.
Return to the point where you felt unsure and consider another plan. Keep the position for your next study session.
Talk through a game.
Ask another player how they saw the position. A casual game can leave you with plenty to discuss.
03 / Behind the name
Why the
Réti?
The name comes from an opening that starts with 1. Nf3. White develops a piece before committing the central pawns. You can follow an example of this setup on the homepage.
Explore the openingBeyond the page