Resources for learning Python
I received a good question in response to my previous post on starting to learn Python for finance. Here's Mark's question: Thanks again for all your work and all that…
First steps in Python for traders
I've written a bit on the difference between high and low level programming languages, and on why I think Python is the right choice for many traders today. In this…
Choosing a programming language for finance
So let's assume you've read my preparatory posts (here, and here), and that you're on board with the need to learn to do your own analytical work in the markets.…
Quantitative analysis: what it is and why you need to do it
I think most traders and investors understand that we live in a world in which markets are becoming ever more competitive. To make money in those markets, you must have…