Chess AI

This is a python program that uses the mini-max algorithm to predict the next best move. The AI also uses an opening book to predict the best opening moves. Once the AI reaches a novel position, it evaluates the position using square tables, piece values and hanging pieces. Then using the mini-max algorithm the AI finds the best move.

Usage

Make sure the chess package is installed

pip install chess

Then to run...

python runner.py

How to play

By default, the code is set up to run the Player vs Computer function.

The input for your move needs to be a UCI notation

Example inputs

• e2e4
• e7e5
• e1g1 (white short castling)
• e7e8q (for promotion)

Example:

pick (white or black): white
eval: 0

your move: d2d4
eval: 40

AI's move g8f6
eval: -10