The Future of Trading Bots: A Practical Guide to Algorithmic and AI Trading

Trading bots and artificial intelligence promise effortless profits, but the reality is far more complex. This book strips away the hype to explain how algorithmic and AI trading systems actually work – from rule-based automation to machine learning models – and what they can and cannot achieve. Whether you're a curious investor, a developer, or someone who has heard the get-rich-quick claims, this guide offers a grounded, honest look at the mechanics, risks, and practical steps involved in designing, testing, and running your own trading bots. You'll learn where data comes from, how strategies are backtested, why most algorithms lose money, and how to evaluate performance without falling for survivorship bias. Throughout, the focus is on realism: past performance never predicts future results, leverage magnifies losses, and the only safe money is what you can afford to lose. No magic formulas, no guaranteed returns – just a clear, responsible roadmap to understanding automated finance. Part of The AI Trading Library.

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Grace Lin Mercer writes for The AI Trading Library.

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E-bog: 29. september 2026