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Examples from the book "Neural networks for algorithmic trading with MQL5" for MetaTrader 5
The book "Neural networks in algorithmic trading with MQL5" is a comprehensive guide, covering both the theoretical foundations of artificial intelligence and neural networks and practical aspects of their application in financial trading using the MQL5 programming language
MQL5 Programming for Traders – Source Codes from the Book. Part 7 for MetaTrader 5
The final seventh part of the book discusses the advanced capabilities of the MQL5 API, which will be useful when developing programs for MetaTrader 5. These include custom financial symbols, built-in economic calendar events, and general-purpose technologies such as networking, databases, and
MQL5 Programming for Traders – Source Codes from the Book. Part 6 for MetaTrader 5
In Part 6 of the "MQL5 Programming for Traders", we will study a key component of the MQL5 language – trading automation. We will start with a description of the fundamental entities, such as financial instrument specifications and trading account settings. These are prerequisites for creating
MQL5 Programming for Traders – Source Codes from the Book. Part 5 for MetaTrader 5
In Part 5 of the book, we'll delve deeper into the APIs associated with algorithmic trading, including financial data analysis and processing, chart visualization, automation, and user interactions
MQL5 Programming for Traders – Source Codes from the Book. Part 4 for MetaTrader 5
In the fourth part of the book, we will focus on mastering built-in functions (MQL5 API) and will gradually delve into specialized subsystems. Any MQL5 program can utilize a plethora of technologies and functionalities. Therefore, it makes sense to begin with the most simple and useful functions
MQL5 Programming for Traders – Source Codes from the Book. Part 3 for MetaTrader 5
Part 3 "Object Oriented Programming in MQL5" offers an immersion into the world of object-oriented programming (OOP) in the MQL5 language. Software development often involves the complexity related to the management of multiple entities, requiring advanced technology to improve programming
MQL5 Programming for Traders – Source Codes from the Book. Part 2 for MetaTrader 5
Part 2 "MQL5 programming fundamentals" is an introduction to the key concepts of this programming language. This part of the book is devoted to data types, identifiers, variables, expressions, and operators. You will learn how to combine different instructions to form the program logic
MQL5 Programming for Traders – Source Codes from the Book. Part 1 for MetaTrader 5
The first chapter of the book introduces the MQL5 language and development environment. One of the new features introduced in the MQL5 language compared to MQL4 (MetaTrader 4 language) is support for object-oriented programming (OOP), which makes it similar to C++
Zigzag R for MetaTrader 4
An optimized version of the Zigzag indicator, which was included in the MT4 delivery of 2005 (and in MT3.83)
RegularExpressions in MQL4 for working with regular expressions for MetaTrader 4
Regular expressions provide a formal language for quick and flexible processing of texts. Each regular expression is a pattern (mask), for which the regular expression engine tries to find matches in the source text. A pattern consists of one or more character literals, operators, or constructs
Articles
Getting Started with MQL5 Algo Forge for MetaTrader 5
We are introducing MQL5 Algo Forge — a dedicated portal for algorithmic trading developers. It combines the power of Git with an intuitive interface for managing and organizing projects within the MQL5 ecosystem. Here, you can follow interesting authors, form teams, and collaborate on algorithmic
Installing MetaTrader 5 and Other MetaQuotes Apps on HarmonyOS NEXT for MetaTrader 5
Easily install MetaTrader 5 and other MetaQuotes apps on HarmonyOS NEXT devices using DroiTong. A detailed step-by-step guide for your phone or laptop
MetaTrader 5 on macOS for MetaTrader 5
We provide a special installer for the MetaTrader 5 trading platform on macOS. It is a full-fledged wizard that allows you to install the application natively. The installer performs all the required steps: it identifies your system, downloads and installs the latest Wine version, configures it, and
How to earn money by fulfilling traders' orders in the Freelance service for MetaTrader 5
MQL5 Freelance is an online service where developers are paid to create trading applications for traders customers. The service has been successfully operating since 2010, with over 100,000 projects completed to date, totaling $7 million in value. As we can see, a substantial amount of money is
MetaTrader 4 on macOS for MetaTrader 4
We provide a special installer for the MetaTrader 4 trading platform on macOS. It is a full-fledged wizard that allows you to install the application natively. The installer performs all the required steps: it identifies your system, downloads and installs the latest Wine version, configures it, and
Working with ONNX models in float16 and float8 formats for MetaTrader 5
Data formats used to represent machine learning models play a crucial role in their effectiveness. In recent years, several new types of data have emerged, specifically designed for working with deep learning models. In this article, we will focus on two new data formats that have become widely
Regression models of the Scikit-learn Library and their export to ONNX for MetaTrader 5
In this article, we will explore the application of regression models from the Scikit-learn package, attempt to convert them into ONNX format, and use the resultant models within MQL5 programs. Additionally, we will compare the accuracy of the original models with their ONNX versions for both float
Launching MetaTrader VPS: A step-by-step guide for first-time users for MetaTrader 5
Everyone who uses trading robots or signal subscriptions sooner or later recognizes the need to rent a reliable 24/7 hosting server for their trading platform. We recommend using MetaTrader VPS for several reasons. You can conveniently pay and manage the subscription through your MQL5.community
Classification models in the Scikit-Learn library and their export to ONNX for MetaTrader 5
In this article, we will explore the application of all classification models available in the Scikit-Learn library to solve the classification task of Fisher's Iris dataset. We will attempt to convert these models into ONNX format and utilize the resulting models in MQL5 programs. Additionally, we
ALGLIB numerical analysis library in MQL5 for MetaTrader 5
The article takes a quick look at the ALGLIB 3.19 numerical analysis library, its applications and new algorithms that can improve the efficiency of financial data analysis
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Discussing the article: "Mastering PD Arrays: Optimizing Trading from Imbalances in PD Arrays"
Check out the new article: Mastering PD Arrays: Optimizing Trading from Imbalances in PD Arrays . This is an article about a specialized trend-following EA that aims to clearly elaborate how to frame and utilize trading setups that occur from imbalances found in PD arrays. This article will explore
Discussing the article: "Package-based approach with KnitPkg for MQL5 development"
Check out the new article: Package-based approach with KnitPkg for MQL5 development . For maximum reliability and productivity in MetaTrader products built with MQL, this article advocates a development approach based on reusable “packages” managed by KnitPkg, a project manager for MQL5/MQL4. A
Discussing the article: "MQL5 Trading Tools (Part 22): Graphing the Histogram and Probability Mass Function (PMF) of the Binomial Distribution"
Check out the new article: MQL5 Trading Tools (Part 22): Graphing the Histogram and Probability Mass Function (PMF) of the Binomial Distribution . This article develops an interactive MQL5 plot for the binomial distribution, combining a histogram of simulated outcomes with the theoretical
Discussing the article: "Larry Williams Market Secrets (Part 13): Automating Hidden Smash Day Reversal Patterns"
Check out the new article: Larry Williams Market Secrets (Part 13): Automating Hidden Smash Day Reversal Patterns . The article builds a transparent MQL5 Expert Advisor for Larry Williams’ hidden smash day reversals. Signals are generated only on new bars: a setup bar is validated, then confirmed
Discussing the article: "Engineering Trading Discipline into Code (Part 2): Building a Daily Trade Limit Enforcer for All Trades in MQL5"
Check out the new article: Engineering Trading Discipline into Code (Part 2): Building a Daily Trade Limit Enforcer for All Trades in MQL5 . We have developed a system that enforces a daily trade limit to keep you aligned with your trading rules. It monitors all executed trades across the account
Discussing the article: "The MQL5 Standard Library Explorer (Part 9): Using ALGLIB to Filter Excessive MA Crossover Signals"
Check out the new article: The MQL5 Standard Library Explorer (Part 9): Using ALGLIB to Filter Excessive MA Crossover Signals . During sideways price movements, traders face excessive signals from multiple moving average crossovers. Today, we discuss how ALGLIB preprocesses raw price data to produce
Discussing the article: "Formulating Dynamic Multi-Pair EA (Part 7): Cross-Pair Correlation Mapping for Real-Time Trade Filtering"
Check out the new article: Formulating Dynamic Multi-Pair EA (Part 7): Cross-Pair Correlation Mapping for Real-Time Trade Filtering . In this part, we will integrate a real-time correlation matrix into a multi-symbol Expert Advisor to prevent redundant or risk-stacked trades. By dynamically
Discussing the article: "Neural Networks in Trading: Integrating Chaos Theory into Time Series Forecasting (Final Part)"
Check out the new article: Neural Networks in Trading: Integrating Chaos Theory into Time Series Forecasting (Final Part) . We continue to integrate methods proposed by the authors of the Attraos framework into trading models. Let me remind you that this framework uses concepts of chaos theory to
New MetaTrader 4 Platform Build 1460
On Friday , March 6, 2026, a new version of MetaTrader 4 will be released. The update includes several important security improvements, bug fixes, and platform stability enhancements. The update will be distributed via Live Update
Discussing the article: "Price Action Analysis Toolkit Development (Part 63): Automating Rising and Falling Wedge Detection in MQL5"
Check out the new article: Price Action Analysis Toolkit Development (Part 63): Automating Rising and Falling Wedge Detection in MQL5 . In this part of the Price Action Analysis Toolkit Development series, we develop an MQL5 indicator that automatically detects rising and falling wedge patterns in