0- Open with a Center pawn.
- Develop with threats.
- Knights before Bishops.
- Don't move the same piece twice.
- Make as few pawn moves as possible in the opening.
- Don't bring out your Queen too early.
- Castle as soon as possible, preferably on the King side.
- Always play to gain control of the center.
- Try to maintain at least one pawn in the center.
- Don't sacrifice without a clear and adequate reason.
