An original system and method for solving the card game known as Texas Hold'em Poker is disclosed. Mathematical calculations as well as game theory tactics are utilized to determine the optimal strategy for any possible situation that could potentially arise in Texas Hold'em Poker, as well as other variations of poker where the methodology also applies. One embodiment of the invention involves a fully automated electronic poker simulator that would allow the user to play a complete and genuine game of electronic poker against any number of computerized or live opponents, while simultaneously utilizing features of the poker simulator to learn how to play consistently optimal poker. Another embodiment would be to utilize the unique and specific methodology described herein to develop an artificially intelligent poker algorithm that can independently play consistently optimal poker in any possible scenario.