This project hosts a chess bot that you can play against directly in your browser. The bot employs advanced algorithms to calculate its moves, making each game a challenging and engaging experience. It utilizes iterative deepening and the branch and bound method to efficiently explore the vast tree of possible moves.
Experience the chess bot in action by visiting the live deployment here
To run the project on your local machine, follow these simple steps:
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Clone the Repository: Start by cloning the GitHub repository to your local environment using the following command:
git clone https://github.com/21beagle/chess.git -
Install Dependencies: Navigate into the cloned directory and install the necessary dependencies by running:
npm install -
Start the Development Server: Once the dependencies are installed, launch the development server with the following command:
npm run dev
Now you're ready to explore and play against the chess bot locally on your machine!
While the current version of the chess bot provides a challenging opponent by looking four moves ahead, there are plans to further enhance its capabilities. One key improvement on the horizon is to increase the depth of moves that the bot searches. However, it's essential to balance this enhancement with performance considerations, as deeper searches may lead to longer wait times for the bot's move calculation. Nonetheless, by strategically optimizing the search algorithms, we aim to provide an even more formidable opponent for players seeking a challenge.
Feel free to contribute to the project or provide feedback to help us continue improving the chess bot experience!