# Product Overview
ChessPrism is a macOS application that captures and analyzes chess positions from the screen in real-time.

## Core Features
1. Board Detection
   - Automatic chessboard location
   - Perspective and size handling
   - Multi-board support planned

2. Piece Recognition
   - ML-based piece classification
   - Empty square detection
   - Position-aware confidence adjustments

3. Position Analysis
   - FEN string generation
   - Position validation
   - Move tracking (planned)

## Current Challenges

### Recognition Features
1. Empty Square Detection
   - Explicit empty_dark/empty_light classes
   - Direct square color recognition
   - High confidence classification

2. Piece Recognition
   - Accurate piece type detection
   - Color differentiation
   - Position-aware confidence

3. Performance Optimization
   - Fast-path empty detection
   - Efficient classification flow
   - Resource-aware processing

## Future Improvements

### Short Term
1. Recognition Enhancement
   - Fine-tune confidence thresholds
   - Validate square colors
   - Improve error messages

2. Position Analysis
   - Move validation
   - Game state tracking
   - Historical context

### Long Term
1. Advanced Features
   - Move detection
   - Game recording
   - Multiple board styles

2. User Experience
   - Confidence visualization
   - Manual corrections
   - Custom training
