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Chess in SQL

Chess in SQL

by swingbit·Jun 14, 2026·2 points·0 comments
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Pure SQL chess engine that actually plays, not procedural extensions or C bindings.

Strengths
  • •WASM build runs entirely in-browser with no server required.
  • •Real-time SQL query display shows exact moves being evaluated.
  • •Pure relational algebra approach on DuckDB, no procedural extensions.
Weaknesses
  • •Admits it can't compete with Stockfish on algorithmic efficiency.
  • •Mobile support explicitly excluded from the WASM version.
Category
Gaming
Target Audience

SQL enthusiasts, database engineers, chess programmers

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