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Algorithmic Trading with IBKR and Backtesting Using IBridgePy

Algorithmic Trading with IBKR and Backtesting Using IBridgePy

Aired On

Feb / 12 / 2024 2:00 pm - EST

Dr. Hui Liu
IBridgePy
  • Introduction about IBridgePy
  • Get historical data from IBKR using IBridgePy
  • Place a market order using IBridgePy
  • A simple buy-low-sell-high strategy 
  • Backtest using IBKR data
  • Manage multiple IBKR accounts using IBridgePy
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Disclosure: Order Types / TWS

The order types available through Interactive Brokers LLC's Trader Workstation are designed to help you limit your loss and/or lock in a profit. Market conditions and other factors may affect execution. In general, orders guarantee a fill or guarantee a price, but not both. In extreme market conditions, an order may either be executed at a different price than anticipated or may not be filled in the marketplace.

Disclosure: API Examples Discussed

Throughout the lesson, please keep in mind that the examples discussed are purely for technical demonstration purposes, and do not constitute trading advice. Also, it is important to remember that placing trades in a paper account is recommended before any live trading.

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