Re: computer-go: Results on self play vs recorded games

[Erik van der Werf <E.vanderWerf@xxxxxxxxxxxxx>]

Marco Scheurer wrote:
> > I am attaching a histogram of player strength for the games in question,
> > translating IGS ratings as NR = 0, 31k = 1, 30k = 2, ... 1k = 31, 1d =
> > 32, ... 9d = 40, 1p = 41, ... 9p = 49.
>
> I'm not sure you can assume that NR are weak players. I remember reading 
> a comment by Tweet that many NR players on IGS were pro.
This should be easy to check by looking at the strength of other players 
they managed to beat. (Assuming those NR's are not "guestxxx" and 
occasionally play rated players.)

Grtx,
Erik