README.md

Chess

Simple chess app written in Java.

To do:

1. Create basic foundation for managing pieces and moves.
2. Get initial board state configured for a new game.
3. Add move calculation for pieces.
4. Finish game flow control: players, turns, etc.
5. Have console accept direct move commands e.g. e2-e4
6. Have console accept more complex move commands e.g. e4, Nd3, Qd3+
7. Add support for more types of notation e.g. FEN, PGN
8. Create basic GUI for interacting with app.
9. Choose a license for project
10. Add notation export for games
11. Add multiplayer connection
12. Write bitboard based library that can convert board states for computer analysis.