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How to Become an Algorithmic Trader — Lesson 2: iMA() and OrderSend() Functions
Learn the two MQL4 functions at the core of almost every Expert Advisor: iMA() to read a Moving Average value, and OrderSend() to place a trade. Every parameter explained.
How to Become an Algorithmic Trader — Lesson 0: Setup MetaTrader and Your First EA
Introduction to algorithmic trading and Expert Advisors for MetaTrader 4. Learn what an Expert Advisor is, how to set up your MT4 environment, open MetaEditor, and create your very first EA template.
Is the 2011 Precious Metals Bull Market Top a Major Peak Like 1980?
The precious metals bull market that started in 2000 peaked in 2011. Is that top comparable to the 1980 secular peak — or was it more like the 1974 mid-cycle correction? A chart-by-chart comparison of Gold, Silver, and Copper across three bull market peaks.
Best Trading Platforms for Algorithmic Trading
Choosing the right trading platform is the foundation of any algorithmic trading setup. This guide compares MetaTrader 4, MetaTrader 5, cAlgo, and NinjaTrader across ease of use, programming language, and community support.
How to Become an Algorithmic Trader — Lesson 1: The Structure of an Expert Advisor
Every Expert Advisor is built on three event handlers: OnInit(), OnDeinit(), and OnTick(). This lesson explains what each one does, when it fires, and what code belongs in each section.
High Potential Days Strategy: Exploiting Calendar Seasonality in Financial Markets
Larry Williams proved in 'Long Term Secrets to Short Term Trading' that certain days of the month are statistically predisposed to move up or down. Analysing over 100 years of Dow Jones data, we found the same effect — and built a portfolio of Expert Advisors around it.
How to Run Auto-Trading Strategies 24/7 — VPS Forex Hosting
To invest in Forex using an Expert Advisor, you need either a home PC or a VPS Forex service running 24/7. This guide explains the differences, the problems with home setups, and why a virtual private server is the right choice for algorithmic trading.
Donald Trump President: Are Bulls Killing Bears?
The shock Trump election win sent markets into mayhem. How should algorithmic traders adapt their strategies to high-volatility, fast-changing market conditions driven by political uncertainty?
How to Load Expert Advisors in MetaTrader 4
A complete 11-step guide to installing, configuring, and verifying any Expert Advisor in MetaTrader 4 — from copying the files to confirming the smiling face icon that tells you trading is live.