Programming

PowerZone Trading is a TradeStation EasyLanguage Specialist and TradeStation Add-On Independent Developer. We specialize in custom programming for TradeStation 8.3. Our professional services include custom indicators & alerts, desktop & workstation design, and system development & backtesting.

Custom Indicators & Alerts

PowerZone Trading develops custom TradeStation 8.2 indicators to help clients see unique opportunities in the market. Designed with each client’s specific requirements in mind, custom indicators act as powerful visual references for optimal market conditions. Almost any trading concept can be converted into an indicator that allows traders to create their own perspective on market action or to see clear trading signals. In addition, we can program custom audio alerts that talk when a particular indicator or price level has been reached.

We understand the needs of traders, and specialize in designing easy to use custom indicators that react quickly to fast-paced markets. We can build indicators that not only alert traders when optimal conditions have been met, but that also identify when conditions are close to being met. This can accelerate a trader’s reaction time by being more prepared for an opportunity.

Desktop/Workstation Design

“...trading charts need to be crisp, colorful and easy to read to help traders make split-second decisions. For day traders that are entering or exiting a trade, a quick reaction time means money.” – Lee Leibfarth, Futures Magazine, January 2006

Traders’ decisions are based on their interpretation of current market conditions as seen through their charts and indicators. Trading results are optimized when traders have access to easy to understand charts. PowerZone Trading works with clients to develop and design custom desktops and workstations that are easy to read, especially at a glance. Our custom desktops and workstations help clients quickly react to setups as soon as they occur.

System Development & Backtesting

“The biggest advantage of system trading may be the ability to take away some of the emotion from trading. Since these systems can trade completely mechanically based on predetermined rules, dealing with losses or second-guessing a trade entry will not affect system performance. In addition, since the trading decisions are purely objective, they can be automatically executed with extremely fast reaction times.” -Lee Leibfarth, Stocks & Commodities, March 2006

System development and backtesting are integral parts of trading, and require patience and programming skills. Programming allows traders to develop and test systems before putting them in the market. PowerZone Trading assists clients by programming trading system ideas into code, which can then be tested and eventually traded. Backtesting on historical data shows traders how a given system might perform in the future. One of the dangers of backtesting, however, is over-optimization, which can make a poor system look terrific on paper. PowerZone Trading methodically and realistically backtests trading systems, and helps traders determine if systems are ready to trade in the markets.

Strategy automation is becoming more popular as traders discover it is a powerful tool that can help them place faster and more accurate trades. PowerZone Trading offers custom strategy automation programming for clients interested in this type of system trading.

Our custom programming services are designed to help traders make good trading decisions. Our services are confidential, flexible and affordable. The rate for our custom programming services is $75 per hour. If you have an idea that you would like to discuss, please contact lee@powerzonetrading.com for a free consultation and price estimate.

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