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What is High Frequency? Illuminating LightningChart with Python Precision
In the fast-paced, high-stakes world of high-speed trading (HST), every millisecond counts. So what does this high frequency trading data lo
Bryan Downing
13 hours ago3 min read
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C++ and Python IDE vs. or is an IDE a Terminal Editor
People are confused on asking is an IDE a Terminal Editor? Choosing the right "coding companion" significantly impacts productivity and work
Bryan Downing
7 days ago3 min read
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SciChart vs. LightningChart: Real-Time Python Trading Charts Compared
Two prominent contenders in this space are SciChart and LightningChart. Both offer powerful charting capabilities, but they cater to slight
Bryan Downing
Mar 203 min read
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How to Read Options Chain With Simulating Market Data
How to read options data when it is simulated? This article explores methods for simulating futures options chain market data, focusing on b
Bryan Downing
Mar 174 min read
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How Can C++ Template Lambdas Accelerate High-Frequency Trading Code?
High-Frequency Trading (HFT) demands extreme performance from its software. Every microsecond shaved off execution time can translate into s
Bryan Downing
Mar 173 min read
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Uncovering the Key Components of the Linux Kernel for High-Frequency Trading
he Linux kernel, the heart of the operating system, is a complex and powerful entity.1 For high-frequency trading (HFT), where every microse
Bryan Downing
Mar 173 min read
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What are the best technical indicators for day trading
While the claim that only two technical indicators are needed for "success" is an oversimplification, it's true that the Simple Moving Avera
Bryan Downing
Mar 173 min read
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How To Test Hedging Effectiveness in High-Frequency Trading?
High-frequency trading (HFT) operates in a realm of nanoseconds, where profits are derived from minuscule price discrepancies and rapid exec
Bryan Downing
Mar 144 min read
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Maximizing Efficiency: Leveraging SQLite Easy Insert for Data Management
here is an example of how to use sqlite3 easy insert for Python.
Bryan Downing
Mar 115 min read
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Demystifying the Rithmic API: A Developer's Guide to Overcoming Frustration
However, the reality of implementing the Rithmic API often falls short of its promise, primarily due to the significant challenges
Bryan Downing
Mar 65 min read
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Giving Up on IBKR Algo Trading API Development: Frustrated Developer's Perspective
didn't mince words, calling the IBKR Algo Trading API a "piece of garbage" and questioning why IBKR continues to offer such a subpar product
Bryan Downing
Mar 62 min read
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Sierra Chart Comprehensive Data Offerings
Sierra Chart has emerged as a leading solution. This article delves into the various data services offered by Sierra Chart, exploring its r
Bryan Downing
Mar 53 min read
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Decoding Options Futures and Other Derivatives Platform Survey
This begs the question: what does this unanimous lack of enthusiasm signify? This helps which technology to use for Options Futures and Oth
Bryan Downing
Mar 55 min read
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Is algo trading safe as it used API calls with IBKR
Interactive Brokers (IBKR) stands as a premier brokerage platform, renowned for its comprehensive global market access and robust API. Is al
Bryan Downing
Mar 33 min read
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Why most trading strategies are fake? use Google PlanGEN?
Google AI's introduction of PlanGEN, a multi-agent AI framework designed to enhance planning and reasoning in Large Language Models (LLMs),
Bryan Downing
Mar 33 min read
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TrapC Proposal for C++ Memory Safety Executive Summary
This is a proposal for C++ memory safety. This proposal aims to provide a gradual, opt-in solution for existing codebases and a robust foun
Bryan Downing
Mar 33 min read
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Top Tips for Creating Low Latency Trading Systems in C++
This relentless pursuit of speed has led to the development of highly specialized low-latency trading systems, where C++ reigns supreme.
Bryan Downing
Feb 285 min read
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Why and how to code use c in linux kernel?
Memory management, in particular, is a minefield of potential bugs, leading to crashes, security vulnerabilities, and unpredictable behavior
Bryan Downing
Feb 284 min read
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What are the fees for IBKR market data on options futures and other derivatives?
For active traders delving into the dynamic world of futures, access to accurate and timely options futures and other derivatives market dat
Bryan Downing
Feb 273 min read
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Maximizing Automated Options Trading with Interactive Brokers Trader Workstation
Interactive Brokers' Trader Workstation (TWS) has long been a stalwart platform for serious traders, particularly those delving into the c
Bryan Downing
Feb 273 min read
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