DGT is running a two-day e-board operator certification seminar at the 2026 Olympiad in Samarkand this September. The program targets federations, arbiters, tournament organizers, and anyone who wants to learn DGT e-board operation. International arbiters Arno Eliëns and Frans Peeters will lead the sessions at the Silk Road Expo Complex on September 17-18, mornings both days.
This is a straightforward training opportunity. No chess background required. No prior technical experience needed either. You show up and learn the hardware that's increasingly standard at major tournaments. The cost runs €50 per person, with places limited, so early registration matters if you're interested.
The timing makes sense. The Olympiad draws thousands of players, federations, and organizers from around the world. Running this seminar alongside the event means people are already there. Learn how to operate these boards properly, get certified, and head home ready to run events with modern equipment. For anyone managing tournaments or sitting in the arbiter's chair, knowing e-board operation is no longer optional. It's a practical skill that's become essential at the elite level and spreading downward fast.