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13 min readThe Hull Moving Average (HMA) is a popular technical indicator used in trading to identify trend changes and generate buy or sell signals. Developed by Alan Hull, it aims to eliminate the lag associated with conventional moving averages and provide more accurate trade signals.To trade with the Hull Moving Average, follow these steps:Understanding the HMA: The HMA is calculated using weighted moving averages and a square root of the period.
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7 min readIn d3.js, if you want to limit the size of the radius, you can use various techniques. Here are a couple of approaches:Using scale functions: In d3.js, scale functions are often used to map data values to visual properties, such as position, size, or color. You can use a scale function to limit the range of the radius values. For example, d3.scale.linear() creates a linear scale, and you can define the range of output values according to your desired limits.
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5 min readIn d3.js, you can determine the current zoom level by accessing the transform object. The transform object represents the current zoom state of the zoom behavior. It contains properties like 'k' for scale level, 'x' for x-coordinate translation, and 'y' for y-coordinate translation.To know the current zoom level, you can retrieve the 'k' property from the transform object.
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9 min readBuilding a statistical arbitrage trading strategy involves a combination of statistical analysis, quantitative modeling, and systematic trading techniques. Here are the key steps involved in constructing such a strategy:Identify a suitable universe of assets: Begin by selecting a set of assets that are highly correlated or belong to the same market sector. These could be stocks, commodities, currencies, or any other financial instruments.
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15 min readThe Stochastic Oscillator is a popular technical analysis tool used in swing trading. It helps identify potential trend reversals and overbought or oversold conditions in the market. Understanding the basics of the Stochastic Oscillator can be beneficial for swing traders.The Stochastic Oscillator consists of two lines: %K and %D. The %K line represents the current closing price's position in relation to the recent price range.
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6 min readTo load JSON data synchronously with d3.js, you can use the d3.json() function in combination with the async: false option. This ensures that the data is loaded synchronously rather than asynchronously. Here's how you can do it: // Define a variable to store the JSON data let jsonData; // Use d3.json() to load the JSON data synchronously d3.json("data.json", { async: false }) .
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9 min readCorrelation analysis is a statistical method that measures the relationship between two or more variables. In the context of trading strategies, correlation analysis helps traders understand how the price movements of different assets are related to each other.To use correlation analysis in a trading strategy, one needs to follow several steps:Identify the relevant assets: Determine the financial instruments or assets you want to analyze in your trading strategy.
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15 min readThe Force Index (FI) is a technical analysis tool that helps traders identify the strength and sustainability of price trends in the financial markets. Developed by Dr. Alexander Elder, it combines price movement and volume to provide insights into market forces.To trade with the Force Index, you need to understand how it works and how to interpret its signals.
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8 min readTransitioning a path in D3.js involves smoothly animating the path to achieve a smooth transition effect. Here's an overview of how to transition a path in D3.js:Select the path element: Use D3.js's select function to select the path element you want to transition. For example, you can use d3.select("path") to select the first path element in the document. Define the new path data: Use the datum or data functions to bind new data to the selected path element.
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8 min readImplementing a seasonality-based trading strategy involves identifying and exploiting recurring patterns and trends in the financial markets that occur during specific times of the year or at regular intervals. Here are the steps involved in implementing such a strategy:Research and analyze historical data: Begin by collecting historical data for the asset or market you wish to trade.
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10 min readThe typical price is a technical analysis tool that calculates the average value of a security or financial instrument over a specific period. It represents the average of the high, low, and closing prices of a given period. Beginners can use the typical price to gain insights into the overall trend and momentum of a stock or other assets. By understanding how to use the typical price, beginners can make more informed investment decisions.
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6 min readTo append nested SVG elements to the DOM using D3.js, you can follow these steps:Select the parent element: Start by selecting the parent element to which you want to append the SVG. You can use D3's select method and pass in the parent element's identifier or use the hierarchical selection syntax to select multiple levels. Append the SVG: Use the append method to append an SVG element to the selected parent element. The SVG element will be created and added to the DOM at this point.