zonChess Blog
Stories & guides from the board
Practical notes for creators, organizers, and chess families — grounded in real tournament life.
Why We Are Building ChessZCam
Two children, online creators, and the quiet magic of a real tournament hall — the story before the software.
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~4 min each
Creators
From OTB Video to PGN
A faster path from footage to analysis — without skipping human review.
Broadcasting
Choosing the Right Tool
Electronic boards vs phone-camera workflows — pick by purpose, not rivalry.
Organizers
Livestream on a Budget
Phone, tripod, lighting, OBS/vMix — a checklist for club events.
Parents
Watching Without Hovering
Follow a child’s game from the waiting area — with fair play first.
Beta
Beta Capabilities and Conditions
What ChessZCam can help with — and where it can still fail.
Early access
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Get beta updates, compatibility information and testing invitations.
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Project history
From First Test to Live Tournament Overlay
The July 2026 milestones, failures, safety rebuild and next validation rounds.
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