You’ve made it this far—congrats. Most people never get past the “I watched Rounders once” phase. But if you’re serious about improving, the next step is using the right resources.
1. Books Worth Reading
- The Theory of Poker – David Sklansky
- Harrington on Hold’em – Dan Harrington
- Modern Poker Theory – Michael Acevedo
- The Mental Game of Poker – Jared Tendler
2. YouTube Channels That Don’t Suck
- Jonathan Little – Hand reviews, beginner tips
- PokerCoaching.com – Strategy-focused content
- Doug Polk Poker – Witty hand analysis and breakdowns
- Brad Owen & Andrew Neeme – Live session vlogs
3. Online Training Sites
- Upswing Poker – Courses from beginner to elite
- Run It Once – Deep, thoughtful training by Phil Galfond
- PokerCoaching.com – Interactive and beginner-friendly
4. Software & Apps
- Equilab – Free tool to calculate hand equity
- Flopzilla – Visualize how ranges hit boards
- PokerStove – Old-school but solid for equity work
- SnapShove – Learn push/fold ranges
5. Forums & Communities
- TwoPlusTwo Forums – Legendary, rich in info (and occasional chaos)
- Reddit /r/poker – Active and generally friendly
- Discord groups – Many YouTubers and sites host their own
Start With These
- Read Harrington on Hold’em
- Watch Jonathan Little or Doug Polk
- Use Equilab or Flopzilla to practice hands
- Post hands in forums to get feedback
You don’t need to spend a fortune. Most of the best stuff is free—or close to it. The key is consistency: keep learning, keep questioning, and keep reviewing your decisions.
Next Up: Final Thoughts