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#4 Installation

drspeaker edited this page Jul 23, 2023 · 1 revision

Installation Guide Follow these steps to set up the IBKR Trading BOT on your system:

Prerequisites: Ensure you have Python 3.7 or higher installed on your machine.

Clone the Repository: Clone the IBKR Trading BOT repository to your local machine using the following command:

bash Copy code git clone https://github.com/username/ibkr-trading-bot.git Virtual Environment (optional): It's recommended to create a virtual environment for the project to keep dependencies isolated. You can use tools like venv or virtualenv.

Install Dependencies: Navigate to the project directory and install the required dependencies:

bash Copy code cd ibkr-trading-bot pip install -r requirements.txt Configuration: Set up your API credentials and other configurations in the appropriate files (e.g., config.py) following the provided template.

Run the BOT: Execute the following command to start the IBKR Trading BOT:

Copy code python trading_bot.py Customization: Customize the trading strategies and parameters to suit your preferences.

Monitor and Troubleshoot: Monitor the BOT's performance, and in case of any issues, refer to the logs or open a GitHub issue.

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