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Developing a Replay System (Part 56): Adapting the Modules

Developing a Replay System (Part 56): Adapting the Modules

Although the modules already interact with each other properly, an error occurs when trying to use the mouse pointer in the replay service. We need to fix this before moving on to the next step. Additionally, we will fix an issue in the mouse indicator code. So this version will be finally stable and properly polished.
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Header in the Connexus (Part 3): Mastering the Use of HTTP Headers for Requests

Header in the Connexus (Part 3): Mastering the Use of HTTP Headers for Requests

We continue developing the Connexus library. In this chapter, we explore the concept of headers in the HTTP protocol, explaining what they are, what they are for, and how to use them in requests. We cover the main headers used in communications with APIs, and show practical examples of how to configure them in the library.
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Market Simulation (Part 10): Sockets (IV)

Market Simulation (Part 10): Sockets (IV)

In this article, we'll look at what you need to do to start using Excel to manage MetaTrader 5, but in a very interesting way. To do this, we will use an Excel add-in to avoid using built-in VBA. If you don't know what add-in is meant, read this article and learn how to program in Python directly in Excel.
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From Basic to Intermediate: Floating point

From Basic to Intermediate: Floating point

This article is a brief introduction to the concept of floating-point numbers. Since this text is very complex please, read it attentively and carefully. Do not expect to quickly master the floating-point system. It only becomes clear over time, as you gain experience using it. But this article will help you understand why your application sometimes produces results different from what you expect.
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Developing a Replay System (Part 63): Playing the service (IV)

Developing a Replay System (Part 63): Playing the service (IV)

In this article, we will finally solve the problems with the simulation of ticks on a one-minute bar so that they can coexist with real ticks. This will help us avoid problems in the future. The material presented here is for educational purposes only. Under no circumstances should the application be viewed for any purpose other than to learn and master the concepts presented.
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MQL5 Trading Toolkit (Part 7): Expanding the History Management EX5 Library with the Last Canceled Pending Order Functions

MQL5 Trading Toolkit (Part 7): Expanding the History Management EX5 Library with the Last Canceled Pending Order Functions

Learn how to complete the creation of the final module in the History Manager EX5 library, focusing on the functions responsible for handling the most recently canceled pending order. This will provide you with the tools to efficiently retrieve and store key details related to canceled pending orders with MQL5.
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Body in Connexus (Part 4): Adding HTTP body support

Body in Connexus (Part 4): Adding HTTP body support

In this article, we explored the concept of body in HTTP requests, which is essential for sending data such as JSON and plain text. We discussed and explained how to use it correctly with the appropriate headers. We also introduced the ChttpBody class, part of the Connexus library, which will simplify working with the body of requests.
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Database Is Easy (Part 1): A Lightweight ORM Framework for MQL5 Using SQLite

Database Is Easy (Part 1): A Lightweight ORM Framework for MQL5 Using SQLite

This article presents a structured way to manage SQLite data in MQL5 through an ORM layer for MetaTrader 5. It introduces core classes for entity modeling and database access, a fluent CRUD API, reflection hooks for OnGet/OnSet, and macros to define models quickly. Practical code shows creating tables, binding fields, inserting, updating, querying, and deleting records. Developers gain reusable, type-safe components that minimize repetitive SQL.
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Developing a Replay System (Part 58): Returning to Work on the Service

Developing a Replay System (Part 58): Returning to Work on the Service

After a break in development and improvement of the service used for replay/simulator, we are resuming work on it. Now that we've abandoned the use of resources like terminal globals, we'll have to completely restructure some parts of it. Don't worry, this process will be explained in detail so that everyone can follow the development of our service.
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Connexus Observer (Part 8): Adding a Request Observer

Connexus Observer (Part 8): Adding a Request Observer

In this final installment of our Connexus library series, we explored the implementation of the Observer pattern, as well as essential refactorings to file paths and method names. This series covered the entire development of Connexus, designed to simplify HTTP communication in complex applications.
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Mastering Log Records (Part 3): Exploring Handlers to Save Logs

Mastering Log Records (Part 3): Exploring Handlers to Save Logs

In this article, we will explore the concept of handlers in the logging library, understand how they work, and create three initial implementations: Console, Database, and File. We will cover everything from the basic structure of handlers to practical testing, preparing the ground for their full functionality in future articles.
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Mastering Log Records (Part 5): Optimizing the Handler with Cache and Rotation

Mastering Log Records (Part 5): Optimizing the Handler with Cache and Rotation

This article improves the logging library by adding formatters in handlers, the CIntervalWatcher class to manage execution cycles, optimization with caching and file rotation, performance tests and practical examples. With these improvements, we ensure an efficient, scalable and adaptable logging system to different development scenarios.
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Visualizing Strategies in MQL5: Laying Out Optimization Results Across Criterion Charts

Visualizing Strategies in MQL5: Laying Out Optimization Results Across Criterion Charts

In this article, we write an example of visualizing the optimization process and display the top three passes for the four optimization criteria. We will also provide an opportunity to select one of the three best passes for displaying its data in tables and on a chart.
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Mastering Log Records (Part 8): Error Records That Translate Themselves

Mastering Log Records (Part 8): Error Records That Translate Themselves

In this eighth installment of the Mastering Log Records series, we explore the implementation of multilingual error messages in Logify, a powerful logging library for MQL5. You’ll learn how to structure errors with context, translate messages into multiple languages, and dynamically format logs by severity level. All of this with a clean, extensible, and production-ready design.
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The View component for tables in the MQL5 MVC paradigm: Base graphical element

The View component for tables in the MQL5 MVC paradigm: Base graphical element

The article covers the process of developing a base graphical element for the View component as part of the implementation of tables in the MVC (Model-View-Controller) paradigm in MQL5. This is the first article on the View component and the third one in a series of articles on creating tables for the MetaTrader 5 client terminal.
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Implementation of a table model in MQL5: Applying the MVC concept

Implementation of a table model in MQL5: Applying the MVC concept

In this article, we look at the process of developing a table model in MQL5 using the MVC (Model-View-Controller) architectural pattern to separate data logic, presentation, and control, enabling structured, flexible, and scalable code. We consider implementation of classes for building a table model, including the use of linked lists for storing data.
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From Basic to Intermediate: Definitions (II)

From Basic to Intermediate: Definitions (II)

In this article, we will continue our awareness of #define directive, but this time we will focus on its second form of use, that is, creating macros. Since this subject can be a bit complicated, we decided to use an application that we have been studying for some time. I hope you enjoy today's article.
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From Novice to Expert: Developing a Liquidity Strategy

From Novice to Expert: Developing a Liquidity Strategy

Liquidity zones are commonly traded by waiting for the price to return and retest the zone of interest, often through the placement of pending orders within these areas. In this article, we leverage MQL5 to bring this concept to life, demonstrating how such zones can be identified programmatically and how risk management can be systematically applied. Join the discussion as we explore both the logic behind liquidity-based trading and its practical implementation.
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From Basic to Intermediate: Template and Typename (II)

From Basic to Intermediate: Template and Typename (II)

This article explains how to deal with one of the most difficult programming situations you can encounter: using different types in the same function or procedure template. Although we have spent most of our time focusing only on functions, everything covered here is useful and can be applied to procedures.
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The View and Controller components for tables in the MQL5 MVC paradigm: Containers

The View and Controller components for tables in the MQL5 MVC paradigm: Containers

In this article, we will discuss creating a "Container" control that supports scrolling its contents. Within the process, the already implemented classes of graphics library controls will be improved.
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Graph Theory: Traversal Breadth-First Search (BFS) Applied in Trading

Graph Theory: Traversal Breadth-First Search (BFS) Applied in Trading

Breadth First Search (BFS) uses level-order traversal to model market structure as a directed graph of price swings evolving through time. By analyzing historical bars or sessions layer by layer, BFS prioritizes recent price behavior while still respecting deeper market memory.
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The MQL5 Standard Library Explorer (Part 6): Optimizing a generated Expert Advisor

The MQL5 Standard Library Explorer (Part 6): Optimizing a generated Expert Advisor

In this discussion, we follow up on the previously developed multi-signal Expert Advisor with the objective of exploring and applying available optimization methods. The aim is to determine whether the trading performance of the EA can be meaningfully improved through systematic optimization based on historical data.
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Integrating External Applications with MQL5 Community OAuth

Integrating External Applications with MQL5 Community OAuth

Learn how to add “Sign in with MQL5” to your Android app using the OAuth 2.0 authorization code flow. The guide covers app registration, endpoints, redirect URI, Custom Tabs, deep-link handling, and a PHP backend that exchanges the code for an access token over HTTPS. You will authenticate real MQL5 users and access profile data such as rank and reputation.
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From Basic to Intermediate: Events (II)

From Basic to Intermediate: Events (II)

In this article, we will see that not everything always needs to be implemented in a certain specific way. There are alternative approaches to problem-solving. To properly understand this article, it is necessary to grasp the concepts described in the previous articles. The materials presented here are for educational purposes only. They should not be considered as a final application, the goal of which is not to study the concepts presented here.
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The MQL5 Standard Library Explorer (Part 7): Interactive Position Labeling with CCanvas

The MQL5 Standard Library Explorer (Part 7): Interactive Position Labeling with CCanvas

In this article, we explore how to build a position information visualization tool using the MQL5 Standard Library’s CCanvas. This project strengthens your skills in working with library modules while providing traders with a practical tool to visualize and interact with open positions directly on a live chart. Join the discussion to learn more.