README
AI-Trader
A professional, config-driven backtesting framework for algorithmic trading, built on Backtrader. Seamlessly test, optimize, and integrate trading strategies with Large Language Models (LLMs) across stocks, crypto, and forex markets.
Key Features
- Config-Driven Workflows: Define and manage backtests with version-controllable YAML files for reproducible results.
- Seamless LLM Integration: Built-in MCP (Model Context Protocol) server allows AI assistants like Claude to run backtests, fetch data, and analyze strategies.
- Multi-Market Support: Test strategies on US stocks, Taiwan stocks, cryptocurrencies, and forex.
- Extensive Strategy Library: Comes with over 20 built-in strategies, from classic indicators to advanced adaptive models.
- Powerful CLI: A rich command-line interface to run backtests, fetch market data, and list strategies.
- Developer Friendly: Easily create and test custom strategies with simple helpers and a clear structure.
Quick Start
1. Installation
Option A: Install from PyPI (Recommended for using the CLI)
pip install ai-trader
Use this if you want to:
- Use the CLI commands:
ai-trader run,ai-trader fetch,ai-trader quick