Some users find the older video format and Smirnov’s accent a bit dated compared to modern Chessable or Chess.com courses.
The course is ideal for who feel stuck and don't know what to study next. It is particularly valuable for "lone wolf" players who prefer a structured curriculum they can follow independently. Self-Taught Grandmaster
The course covers the "Main Problem" of self-taught players (lack of a clear system) and moves into advanced concepts like planning, style development, and the "High School" of chess. Some users find the older video format and