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CashCache
09-13-2007, 10:16 AM
Hello, I am just getting started on a new strategy, but I want to also show entry points (and other things) on the graph of the instrument – as the strategy is placing orders. Should I just create the auto trading strategies in the same place I create the code to mark up the chart (custom indicator), or should I keep the strategy separate?
I like the idea of keep the strategy separate, but how could I then have it mark up a chart while it’s running?
Also, is there a good place to go to learn how the Ninja Auto Trading framework works, and to get best practice ideas?
Thanks,
-Scott

NinjaTrader_Ray
09-13-2007, 10:53 AM
If you are referring to NinjaScript strategies, the best place to start is here -

http://www.ninjatrader-support.com/HelpGuideV6/DevelopTradingLogic.html

For some education resources -

http://www.ninjatrader-support.com/vb/forumdisplay.php?f=29

And support -

http://www.ninjatrader-support.com/vb/forumdisplay.php?f=6

I would suggest coding any chart markers directly in your strategy.

CashCache
09-13-2007, 11:49 AM
Thanks for the reply Ray.

I was assuming by running one of the sample strategies, it would bring up a chart when it was run. When I run the SampleMACrossOver, shouldn't I see a chart come up with SMA?

-Scott

NinjaTrader_Ray
09-13-2007, 12:02 PM
No it will not.

Here is information on running a strategy in a chart.

http://www.ninjatrader-support.com/HelpGuideV6/RunningANinjaScriptStrategyFromAChart.html

CashCache
09-13-2007, 12:15 PM
It was the Chart Trader that was throwing me off.

That is exactly what I was looking for. Now the fun begins....

Thanks, agian...

-Scott