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Day Four

 Sometimes, the most productive days in algo trading aren't spent coding or backtesting, but simply absorbing knowledge. Today was one of those quieter days for me, and I finally carved out some dedicated time to dive into a new resource.

Diving into TradingCafe

I've finally cracked open the TradingCafe book! I've heard a lot about it in various trading circles, and I'm excited to start digging into its insights. It's easy to get caught up in the technical aspects of building bots and analysing data, but understanding the underlying market dynamics and trading psychology is just as crucial. I'm hoping to gain some fresh perspectives and perhaps even discover new strategy ideas from its pages. It's a reminder that continuous learning is paramount in this ever-evolving field.

Babypips School of Pipsology: A Game-Changer!

On another exciting note, I made a fantastic discovery today: the Babypips School of Pipsology is available in audio format! Seriously, what a life-saver!

For those new to trading, Babypips School of Pipsology is an incredibly comprehensive and widely recommended free online course for learning Forex trading from the ground up. It covers everything from the absolute basics to more advanced concepts. I've always intended to go through it thoroughly, but finding the uninterrupted time to sit down and read through all the lessons can be a challenge with everything else going on.

Having it in audio format means I can now listen and learn while I'm doing other things – whether it's on my commute, during a workout, or just handling chores around the house. This is a game-changer for someone like me who's always juggling multiple tasks and trying to maximise every minute of learning time. It's a fantastic way to reinforce fundamental concepts and fill in any gaps in my theoretical knowledge, which is crucial even when you're focusing on the algorithmic side of things.

It just goes to show, sometimes the biggest leaps in our learning journey come from finding a more accessible way to consume information.

What are your go-to resources for learning about trading or algo trading, especially if you're trying to fit it into a busy schedule? Let me know in the comments!

Happy (algo) trading,

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