Sports, Technology and Accessibility

Sports, Technology and Accessibility

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Interactive Video

Social Studies

11th Grade - University

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The video discusses Tibo de Plessis's journey from a curious software developer to creating Li Chess, a major open-source chess platform. Initially a personal project to learn programming, it evolved into a community-driven site with millions of users. Li Chess emphasizes open-source principles and inclusivity, notably supporting visually impaired users. The platform's success is attributed to community feedback and its commitment to accessibility, exemplified by users like Andrea Bocelli.

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1.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What was Tibo de Plessis's primary motivation for starting his project in 2010?

To develop a new chess variant

To compete with commercial chess websites

To learn new programming languages

To create a popular chess server

2.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

How did Tibo de Plessis initially engage with the users of his project?

By sending newsletters

By adding a chat function for feedback

By organizing chess tournaments

By offering premium memberships

3.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What is a key factor that contributed to the growth of Li Chess?

Community feedback and open-source development

Exclusive partnerships with chess grandmasters

High subscription fees

Aggressive marketing campaigns

4.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What unique feature did Li Chess introduce in 2014?

3D chess board

Visually impaired mode

Live commentary by grandmasters

Virtual reality chess

5.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

Which famous individual is known to use Li Chess for playing chess?

Vishwanathan Anand

Magnus Carlsen

Andrea Bocelli

Garry Kasparov