This is a simple, text-based Chess game built in Ruby, created as part of The Odin Project curriculum. The game runs in your terminal, and you can play against another player directly through the command line.
To play the game:
- Navigate to the
libfolder in your terminal. - Run the game with the command:
ruby main.rb
This project began as a learning exercise in object-oriented programming and has evolved into one of my favourite portfolio projects. After completing an initial version, I decided to rewrite the project to improve its modularity and make it easier to extend with new features. Planned updates include:
- Game Serialization: Save and load game states to resume play at any time.
- Code Refactoring: Further refine the codebase by making
Boardmethods private to better adhere to object-oriented programming principles. - Algebraic Notation (done!): Add support for algebraic notation to make moves more intuitive and closer to standard chess notation.
Creating this game was a huge learning experience. I gained a lot of insight into breaking down complex problems into manageable pieces, even when it involved trial and error. Each mistake turned into a valuable lesson, teaching me how to approach future coding challenges with patience and strategy.
I’m proud of the progress made in this project, but it also feels like just the beginning of my journey into object-oriented programming in Ruby. There's a lot more to learn and implement, and I look forward to refining my skills further.