Custom DataSeries and Optimizer Performance

[nicbizz]

Hi,

Does the number of custom DataSeries added to an indicator affect Optimization times?

At the moment, I'm storing values in int and double. However, in order for my indicator to work as a column in Market Analyzer, some of the data will have to be stored in DataSeries. I'm just wondering if this will subsequently lengthen the time the Optimizer will take when I perform backtests in the future.

Thanks.

Regards,
Nick

[NinjaTrader_PatrickH]

Hello Nick,

Thank you for your post.

Any additional storing of values can increase the time of the optimization run. If you use an excess amount of DataSeries you could run into a performance item when running the Strategy Analyzer tests.

However, in general the use of the DataSeries Class should not be a major concern as far as performance.

If you would like to review our performance tips you can find them at the following link: http://www.ninjatrader.com/support/h...ance_tips2.htm

Please let me know if I may be of further assistance.