So, guess what? I’ve started building a website for my chess club, and while it’s still in its “baby steps” phase, I’m excited to share the journey! This is Part 1 of a series where I’ll break down how I’m bringing this online space to life—think of it as my way of combining two of my favorite things: chess and coding.
Why Build a Website for a Chess Club?
Let’s be real—every cool group needs a home base, right? For us chess nerds, having a website means we can show off our skills, schedule events, and recruit new members. Plus, a website is the perfect spot to share strategies and club news. It’s like having an online HQ for all things chess!
But right now, I’m just in the early stages. No flashy features, no fancy animations, just the basics. You’ve got to start somewhere, right?
The Current Layout: Basic, But Functional
Right now, the website has just four pages:
- Homepage: The front door to the site. It’s simple—a welcome message and a quick blurb about who we are.
- About Page: Visitors can learn about our club’s mission, which is to bring together chess enthusiasts from all skill levels and create a space for learning and competition.
- Events Page: This will be our go-to spot for listing all upcoming tournaments, practice sessions, and meet-ups. At the moment, it’s just a placeholder page, but I’ve got big plans for it.
- Contact Page: Just a basic form where people can reach out to join or ask about events. The form doesn’t really do anything yet, but that’s coming soon!
It’s nothing fancy, but this is how every website starts: small and structured.
What’s Next?
Right now, the website is just a skeleton, like opening a chess game with a basic pawn move. Next, I’ll focus on adding functionality—like making the contact form work and maybe adding a section to display upcoming events dynamically. Eventually, I’ll introduce some cool features that really bring the chess club vibe to life.
In the next part of this series, I’ll dive into design choices and the tools I’m using to build out the website. Stay tuned—things are just getting started, but there’s plenty more to come!
That’s Part 1 for now! Let me know if you have any cool ideas for features or tips to improve my code. 😊