High-Performance Algorithmic Trading Using AI

"High-Performance Algorithmic Trading using AI" is a comprehensive guide designed to empower both beginners and experienced professionals in the finance industry. This book equips you with the knowledge and tools to build sophisticated, high-performance trading systems. It starts with basics like data preprocessing, feature engineering, and ML. Then, it moves to advanced topics, such as strategy development, backtesting, platform integration using Python for financial modeling, and the implementation of AI models on trading platforms. Each chapter is crafted to equip readers with actionable skills, ranging from extracting insights from vast datasets to developing and optimizing trading algorithms using Pythons extensive libraries. It includes real-world case studies and advanced techniques like deep learning and reinforcement learning. The book wraps up with future trends, challenges, and opportunities in algorithmic trading.

Become a proficient algorithmic trader capable of designing, developing, and deploying profitable trading systems. It not only provides theoretical knowledge but also emphasizes hands-on practice and real-world applications, ensuring you can confidently navigate and leverage AI in your trading strategies.

KEY FEATURES

* Master AI and ML techniques to enhance algorithmic trading strategies.
* Hands-on Python tutorials for developing and optimizing trading algorithms.
* Real-world case studies showcasing AI applications in diverse trading scenarios.

WHAT YOU WILL LEARN

* Develop AI-powered trading algorithms for enhanced decision-making and profitability.
* Utilize Python tools and libraries for financial modeling and analysis.
* Extract actionable insights from large datasets for informed trading decisions.
* Implement and optimize AI models within popular trading platforms.
* Apply risk management strategies to safeguard and optimize investments.
* Understand emerging technologies like quantum computing and blockchain in finance.

WHO THIS BOOK IS FOR

This book is for financial professionals, analysts, traders, and tech enthusiasts with a basic understanding of finance and programming.

1. Introduction to Algorithmic Trading and AI
2. AI and Machine Learning Basics for Trading
3. Essential Elements in AI Trading Algorithms
4. Data Processing and Analysis
5. Simulating and Testing Trading Strategies
6. Implementing AI Models with Trading Platforms
7. Getting Prepared for Python Development
8. Leveraging Python for Trading Algorithm Development
9. Real-world Examples and Case Studies
10. Using LLMs for Algorithmic Trading
11. Future Trends, Challenges, and Opportunities

Melick Rajee Baranasooriya, an accomplished Enterprise Architect and Co-founder of an AI Startup. He brings extensive international experience in establishing digital technology footprints, delivering financial solutions, aligning enterprise technologies, and driving digital strategies, architectural governance, and data-driven decision-making. His expertise spans capital markets, trading, and index domains, with significant engagements in fintech, edtech, legaltech solutions, and government sectors.

He holds a Masters and two Bachelors degrees in Information Technology, alongside the globally recognized TOGAF 9.2 Enterprise Architecture certification. Recognized as a technology leader, he is honored with the Microsoft Most Valuable Professional award and actively collaborates with global communities and enterprises. His achievements in areas like data science and IoT demonstrate his capability to address complex challenges with innovative solutions.