XContractBridge

: The random deal engine will produce an unlimited variety of hands. The program will bid and play the other three hands with scoring to rubber. Written in the C++ language with direct access to the Xlib primitives for speed and compatibility, the program will work on most distributions without additional downloads. Features:User interfaceAll hands may be displayed at any stage, a summary of bids is also available. Additionally each of the other hands may be permanently displayed.The program will allow a choice of bidding speed and can also provide simple animation of the play of the cardsFacilitiesThe user may skip to a new deal at any time or replay the existing hand at any stage. The hand may also be Revolved.DealsA deal may be quickly saved, with dealer, at any time.Bidding systemThe program supports the ACOL bidding system with separate toggle settings for conventions for both North South and East West. The settings are retained Between sessions.ConventionsStayman, Baron, Jacoby, Gambling, Blackwood and Gerber.Playing strengthThe program is suitable for casual play and practise. The Bridge engine utilized has been proven on several other platforms (including Colossus Bridge for Windows) and provides a interesting game but is not suitable for strong club players.