Chess Fundamentals 1: Spotting Undefended Pieces

John Bartholomew · Lecture · YouTube title: Chess Fundamentals #1: Undefended Pieces

Why it's here

HN chess improvers recommend Bartholomew's beginner playlist as a clear, approachable path to getting better.

What it covers

First video in John Bartholomew's Chess Fundamentals series, focused on spotting undefended pieces. He teaches habits for scanning your own and your opponent's position to avoid hanging pieces.