Automated Strategy Development

[dltxpro]

Hello all,

I am new to futures trading and this forum. I am looking for some guidance on how I can have my strategy automated to trade on the NinjaTrader platform. I would be happy to create an order with a developer/freelancer or would be happy to work with a willing person. I have my strategy well-defined, including the code from MetaEditor, and know what futures market I intend to trade, and with pre-determined risks. I may need some assistance translating the code and adjusting to the contracts and platform itself.

Thank you in advance in reading my topic and I look forward to any recommendations you may have. Please feel free to reach out to me and I would be happy to discuss in private (if forum allows).

Thank you,
Alec

[Emma1]

You conversion from one language to another?

[dltxpro]

Yes, that’s correct.

[NinjaTrader_ChelseaB]

Hello Alec,

Welcome to the NinjaTrader forums!

Below I am providing a link to a support article with helpful resources on getting started with NinjaScript and C#.

https://support.ninjatrader.com/s/article/Developer-Guide-Getting-Started-with-NinjaScript

While our team is not able to directly assist with understanding an external language or converting a script, I am happy to provide guidance and answer any specific questions you have about NinjaScript as you develop the script.

You can also contact a professional NinjaScript Consultant who would be eager to create or modify this script at your request or assist you with your script. The NinjaTrader Ecosystem has affiliate contacts who provide educational as well as consulting services. Please let me know if you would like a list of affiliate consultants who would be happy to create this script or any others at your request or provide one on one educational services.

[dltxpro]

Hi Chelsea,

I would be grateful if you could please provide a list of affiliate consultants.

Thank you,
Alec

[NinjaTrader_ChelseaB]

Hello Alec,

You can search our extensive library of NinjaScript consultants through the link below. Simply enter a consultant name or search by using our filter categories. Once you have identified your consultants of choice, please visit each consultant's site for more information or contact them directly to learn more!
Programming Services - https://ninjatraderecosystem.com/sea...mming-services
Educators - https://ninjatraderecosystem.com/sea...ures=education

You can locate the contact information for the consultants on their direct websites for any additional questions you may have. Since these consultants are third party services for NinjaTrader all pricing and support information will need to be obtained through the consultant.

This NinjaTrader Ecosystem website is for educational and informational purposes only and should not be considered a solicitation to buy or sell a futures contract or make any other type of investment decision. The companies and services listed on this website are not to be considered a recommendation and it is the reader's responsibility to evaluate any product, service, or company. NinjaTrader Ecosystem LLC is not responsible for the accuracy or content of any product, service or company linked to on this website.

Please let me know if you have any questions, or if I can provide any further assistance.

[carbonminus]

Hello Alec,

Welcome to the forum! To automate your strategy on NinjaTrader, you'll need to translate your MetaEditor code into C#, as NinjaTrader uses NinjaScript (C# based). Here's how you can proceed:

1. Learn NinjaScript: Familiarize yourself with NinjaTrader’s scripting language. NinjaTrader's educational resources can help.
2. Hiring a Developer: If translating the code yourself isn't feasible, consider hiring a freelancer experienced with both MetaTrader and NinjaTrader. Platforms like Upwork or the NinjaTrader Ecosystem can help you find qualified developers.
3. Testing: After translation, backtest your strategy with historical data and then move to paper trading to ensure it performs well in real-time conditions.
4. Community Support: Utilize the NinjaTrader forum and support resources for guidance.

Feel free to reach out for more specific advice or to discuss privately if allowed.

Good luck with your trading!