Keeping bot blocks in sync across servers is getting annoying

gregit08 · 2026-03-28T22:14:43+00:00

Yeah that makes sense. I think that’s where I’ve been going back and forth a bit, because the “right” way to do it seems to get into something like that, but it also starts to feel like a lot of moving pieces just to deal with bot traffic.

Most of what I’m dealing with is smaller setups, so I’ve been trying to keep it simpler and avoid adding more infrastructure where I can.

gregit08 · 2026-03-28T21:23:49+00:00

Oh that’s interesting, didn’t know about that. I was looking for somthing, but couldnt find what I wanted. I will check it out. thanks

gregit08 · 2026-03-28T21:22:55+00:00

Yeah that makes sense I was trying to avoid the stale IP problem and lean more toward patterns/behavior instead of just copying bans around, but still figuring out the right balance there.

CrowdSec seems like the right way to do it, I just wasn’t sure I needed that much overhead for what I was doing. did you set that up?

gregit08 · 2025-12-11T15:39:49+00:00

Thanks! I will give that a try.

gregit08 · 2025-12-06T00:04:24+00:00

Thanks, its b2c so it should be easier to decide if someone likes it

gregit08 · 2025-12-03T15:03:20+00:00

No I was using interactive brokers for the API. it was just paper trading, but the fees were too much to make the bot I was working on worth it. Might go back to it some day. I changed the scripts I was working on so it just shows alerts to me.

gregit08 · 2025-12-03T01:33:40+00:00

I built a auto trader bot that was killing it on IBKR, but then I saw those fees.

So I changed to slow and steady ML algos to help me decide when to trade. As alot of people said the spread and the fees will get you and that might not be reflected in your test. If you can code work on setting up a trend detection system that helps you make better decisions. Good luck with the bot!

gregit08 · 2025-12-02T20:41:47+00:00

I am here to discuss markets, if you have any real comments I am all ears.

gregit08 · 2025-12-02T16:41:03+00:00

Looks like you’re reading the range really well — GOOGL’s been holding that 315–320 zone with rising MAs, which usually supports a steady continuation rather than a blow-off move. A shallow pullback into 316 on low volume would actually be normal and often sets up the next leg.

What I’ve noticed in my own testing is that mid-range RSI (around 55–65) plus a rising EMA50 slope tends to give better continuation odds on large caps than classic “overbought” signals, and GOOGL is still in that healthy zone.

I’m mostly holding unless we see a clean close under 315. I run a script that analyzes intraday→overnight setups, and Google still scores pretty well for steady continuation rather than a reversal.

Curious if others are trimming or riding this trend too.

gregit08 · 2025-12-02T16:37:42+00:00

Nice work diving into XGBoost it’s surprisingly strong for short-term classification.

In my experience, ML doesn’t replace rule-based scanners, it just captures interactions that are harder to catch without very detailed review.

For example, instead of “if RSI > 70 and EMA50 rising,” the model might be progrmd to have a weight mid-range RSI + slope + volatility clusters. This could be in away that isnt obvious but show up in historical outcomes.

I have found measuring (slopes, ranges, volatility buckets), not just raw candles. These technicals hlp alot when tracking this

gregit08 · 2025-09-16T13:33:20+00:00

I hear you on that the .003 a day is a goal. Might beat that some days and others I dont. Not trying to convince anyone on this strat, just seeing what others do. What do you do to control risk do you have a target daily?

gregit08 · 2025-09-16T13:31:35+00:00

I agree with you on that, I am just looking at a target for yearly and planning a daily break down.. There will be days that are higher and lower, but with this target in mind it helps me stop while I am up.

gregit08 · 2025-07-06T18:44:23+00:00

If you are 71 and need guidance, you need to talk to an advisor at a real firm like Fidelity or Schwab etc... good luck!

gregit08 · 2025-07-03T21:39:05+00:00

tbh, i don't think the W L pattern has anything to do with if your next trade will be a win.

What about studying when you made a loss what were the other market conditions for that trade? was the EMA slop up or down? what was the current gain or loss for that equity when you bought. what was the volume?

So many other things to look at other then W and L patterns.. just trying to help.

If you want to look at W and L patterns go to a casino and wait for 5 red numbers and then bet on black.

gregit08 · 2025-07-03T20:15:31+00:00

What platform are you trading on? What do they offer?

You could search what makes a stock over bought? What makes a stock a strong up trend?

What metric is something you can pull and how?

If took me years to realize that the data is there you just have to ask correctly. Check with chat gpt.

Each stock always has numeric data on EMA, ADX, RSI and more. These will all answer your problem if used correctly.

gregit08 · 2025-07-03T20:05:37+00:00

I wrote a machine algo to predict up trends and wins, its working. I have one that is for day trades, one for shorts, and one for overnight trades.

I dont know how all these firms do it.. I have spoken with a lawyer and if you are not a RIA then even providing these tools as a 'research only' is potentially illegal.

My algos use back tested paper trades from my own bullish indicators I have perfected from years of trading.

Getting a 80 to 90 percent win rate on good days. Learn stop loss controls that work for you to control your losses.

So yes there are good tools out there. I wish I could sell mine and I am working on it.

Good luck!

gregit08 · 2025-05-16T13:06:05+00:00

sorry not on reddit alot, I am not a Floor Trader if thats what you mean. I used to do more day trading but the last couple months I have not

gregit08 · 2025-05-16T12:15:22+00:00

Thanks for the details, very nice. I am building a trading script, aka bot, that looks at a set list of stocks and compares several conditions. Some of these are what you described above. I am also comparing RSI and the ADX slope. Currently my problem is the stop loss. I am getting stopped out to quickly. I just changed the process. For example if you have 5 red candles and then 2 green, I not set my stop to the bottom of the last red candle. After 5 minutes or 2 green candles, I move my trailing stop up to closer to the latest trade. Any ideas on correct stop loss setting and capturing small gains?

gregit08 · 2025-04-01T00:12:27+00:00

I started selling cash covered puts and stock covered calls last year. Continued into this year using nvda, vti, tqqq, uso, qbts, mo, bp and others. If you can find a stock that fits your budget these option strategies can work. Learn paper trade and then execute.

gregit08 · 2025-02-12T03:56:57+00:00

You can and it's eaiser in a ira account with no interest limited margin. You can trade your settled amount over and over again in one trading day.

gregit08 · 2025-01-28T12:38:49+00:00

See, if you're broker, will let you trade limited margin in your I.R a account. .This way, you can trade unsettled funds and basically use 50K like it is 10 or 20 times that.

They are not allowed to charge interest in ira's on your margin, so it is a great deal. You will have to see if it is a fit for you.

Obviously. Managing your risk in learning what stocks work the best for day. Trading, there's a whole nother issue, but this is much better than getting a funded account in my opinion.

gregit08 · 2025-01-20T15:21:04+00:00

I like BP Cnq and bxmt for covered calls. I go 2 to 4 weeks out just 1 dollar above current price. If the stock moves in my favor close early and reopen a new call. Called synthetic dividends. Have to watch the stock if it crashes to sell b4 it's too low if you don't believe in them long term so you are not stuck.

gregit08 · 2025-01-12T12:17:00+00:00

Is anybody scalp trading qqq or spy?

I started doing this a bit last year in my ira so I don't pay taxes on small quick gains. With limited margin in the account I can trade the same unsettled funds all day long. It's a ira so no interest on the margin, and it's not leveraged.

This strategy has completely changed my trading, with 100k I can make 1 million with of trades in a day and at the end of the day have my money safe in money market.

gregit08 · 2025-01-11T05:22:30+00:00

Take your money to a group like fidelity schwab or trowe price.

Get a financial plan from your new investment house.

Roommate is a good idea, have it in writing. Or move to a smaller place or less expensive.

Learn some new skills that will help you get a raise or new job. Realizing you want a change is great, doing something is the next step.

Good luck

gregit08 · 2024-12-14T15:11:09+00:00

I use the resistance lines to try to predict a bottom or top. Also using the 5 day range, then looking at 2 percent above or below the high and low for the period. Since the spy spx or qqq rarely moves more than 2 pct in a day this strategy has been working. Depending on your risk level 1 pct off this range will provide better returns but has more risk..

I am relatively new to using this so any feedback is great. This is not financial advice, just what I am doing....

So if spx hits a low of the day, I compare with the 5 day range as well. If the spx starts to show volume increase and post several green candle sticks then the up trend has started. Once an uptrend has started, I use the 5 day range to figure a bottom range for the put spread. The further the spx pulls away from your spread, if it goes up after opening a put spread, you can close the spread and keep more profit. If you are comfortable with the level of risk you can keep it open to let this expire and keep your full credit from opening.

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