Dan Heisman (born July 8, 1950)[1] is a United States Chess Federation National Master, author and instructor.
in mathematics, and in 1983, again at the top of his class with a 4.0 G.P.A., received his master's degree in engineering, both from the Pennsylvania State University.
Heisman is a member of the International Computer Games Association and worked at both Deep Blue versus Garry Kasparov matches (1996 and 1997).
Heisman authors the award-winning Novice Nook column, aimed at improving adults, for the popular Chess Cafe Web site.
His hobbies include backgammon, science fiction, collecting comic books, and following the Philadelphia sports teams.