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Trading Strategies Backtesting With Python
Rating: 3.7 out of 5(161 ratings)
8,194 students

Trading Strategies Backtesting With Python

Learn how to code and backtest different trading strategies for Forex or Stock markets with Python.
Created byJaro Algo
Last updated 12/2020
English

What you'll learn

  • How to install and set up Python and related libraries used in financial data analysis
  • Get financial data for Forex, Stocks and more from different sources
  • Essentials of Algorithmic trading and Technical analysis
  • Build, backtest and analyse all kinds of different trading strategies and ideas
  • How to create from scratch strategy development platform with Python
  • Visualisation of data and results of strategy backtest
  • Understanding of strategy backtest results as CAGR, Accuracy and much more

Course content

16 sections72 lectures9h 56m total length
  • Course Introduction0:32
  • Before we begin1:21

Requirements

  • Basic Python knowledge (I explain each step so you can understand what I am doing)
  • Basic trading knowledge

Description

Unlock the power of backtesting for Forex and Stock trading strategies in this comprehensive course! Whether you’re new to trading or looking to sharpen your skills, this course will guide you step-by-step through the process of building a strategy backtesting platform from scratch. You’ll learn how to customize it for different strategies, allowing you to test and refine both your own trading ideas and those developed by others. This hands-on approach ensures you can identify which strategies hold real value before committing to them in live markets, ultimately saving you time and reducing risk.


Throughout the course, you’ll gain essential skills in analyzing backtest results, helping you understand how to interpret the data and uncover meaningful insights. You’ll also learn how to visualize key performance metrics, making it easier to identify the strengths and weaknesses of your strategies. This knowledge will empower you to make informed decisions and optimize your trading approaches for better outcomes.


And the learning doesn’t stop there! I’ll be continuously updating the course with new strategies, more advanced backtesting methods, and improved techniques for implementing and testing your ideas. By enrolling in this course, you’re investing in your long-term success as a trader, equipped with the tools and knowledge to enhance your trading performance in both Forex and Stock markets.

Who this course is for:

  • Anyone interested in algorithmic trading, who wants to backtest trading ideas with few lines of code