文档介绍：Poker Brain
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Hold’em Brain: Introduction
The Evolution of the Hold’em Brain
The steps that a Hold’em player takes to learn the game resembles the process of human evolution.
Players must master the previous steps in order to develop to the next step. Most players get stuck
along the evolutionary path and fail to adapt. Others learn the use of necessary tools, adapt to their
environment and move onto the next stage.
Here are the basic steps taken during the evolution of the Hold’em Brain.
Step 1: Hold’em Habilis. The player has just learned the mechanics of the game and the rules. He
plays many hands because he thinks the winning hand can be any two cards. Although most
players will think they know more than just the rules and the basics of the game, a large majority
of the players never move past this step. These players are fed to the more developed players.
Step 2: Hold’em Erectus. To develop to this step, the player has to realize that although any two
cards can win any given hand, certain starting hands are more profitable. He learns through
experience after constantly getting his K8 beaten by AK. Although many players will develop to
this step, most do not develop further. They may know that AQ is a better starting hand than QT,
but their understanding is lacking as they play both hands indiscriminately. In order to develop
further, the player must learn how to be more selective. He must learn how to play tight.
Step 3: Hold’em Sapien. The player has learned the advantages and disadvantages of different
positions. When he has the best of it, the player plays aggressively. The player understands how
to treat each opponent differently and adjusts according to their differences. He avoids
confronting the better players, and