The course was originally released on DVD-ROM as part of the series. Basic Positional Ideas - ChessBase Shop

The course is structured into six primary lectures and includes 50 interactive exercises for self-testing. The first portion of the series focuses heavily on identifying and exploiting structural flaws:

is a classic video training course published by ChessBase (originally in 2004) where GM Jacob Aagaard breaks down the fundamental principles of strategic chess . While "Part 1" specifically refers to the first section of this multimedia product, the course as a whole is designed to provide a "toolbox" for club and tournament players to improve their intuitive decision-making. Core Curriculum

These opening lessons teach players how to spot and target weak squares and pawn weaknesses (such as isolated or advanced pawns).

Aagaard discusses the concept of "good vs. bad" pieces and how to improve your worst-placed piece.

Aagaard's teaching is famous for a simple three-step tool of positional analysis, which he often applies across his various materials: Which is the worst-placed piece? What is the opponent's idea? Format and Technical Context