Beginners
Why almost every Go teacher starts beginners on 9×9, what the small board teaches that the big one hides, and when to move up to 13×13 and 19×19.
Beginners
How to get the most out of playing Go against the computer on this site: choosing between the four levels, 9×9 or 13×13, and turning losses into lessons.
Beginners
A practical path into Go for complete beginners: what to learn first, which board to use, how many games to play and how to avoid the usual early frustrations.
Go in Vietnam
Many Vietnamese families already play cờ tướng and caro together. How to introduce Go at home: the simplest rules, small boards and games children enjoy.
Beginners
A realistic four-week plan for new Go players: which board to use each week, how many games to play, one key idea per week and how to review your losses.