I don't use XL to backtest but use it to evaluate a system in different ways. I use a backtesting software like TS or WLD to backtest a system....
Max, Interesting.... I've read that Ed Seykota uses 3D graphing to find robust systems. I think optimizations are easier if applied on...
One thing I recognize which is a common sense to the experienced is most developers forget to evaluate there own psychology. Most traders...
Agree... When I backtest systems, I test systems using 1 contract without any MM. I apply MM's later. Good trade. Trend
No, Have you used it? I use a different sofware that's an add-on for XL. I think it's called Insight. Good Trade. Trend
I've been developing systems for a while and recognize different ways to evaluate systems. For example: Monte Carlo sims, Correlation, and etc......
Don't know of any futures trading firms in LA. Good Trade. Trend
I think there's Worldco in Santa Monica and some others in Irvine. I know there's quite a lot in Orange County. Good Trade! Trend :D
Good Luck. From another Trader. Trend:)
Monk trader!!! Trading makes your whole perspective about life change. Good trade. Trend
Dude... I agree. Especially my social life.:( You've gotta really like it. Good Trade! trend:D
They still do. LOL. I sometimes think they should get a stable job instead of dreaming about making millions. These kids have good academic...
Tk, Casharb's in a different game. Good trade! trend
Don't agree on that one. Good Trade!!:D trend
I agree... Most firms make money with commissions. Prop futures trading is not a paradise. It is a paradise for me but it's not a get rich quick...
You can check if Tickdata has some data for equities. They are pricy but very reliable. www.tickdata.com trend
agree.. good trade! trend:)
Lack of Capital = Lack of Divesification!!! trend:D
Agree.... It still makes money, too. trend
I don't know if this information is true. But I've heard some famous managers are still short the BIG SP's from late 2000. trend
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