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Sandhya Sharma
Sandhya Sharma

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Trading API: Automating Strategies and Market Access for Advanced Trading Solutions

A Trading API (Application Programming Interface) is a set of programming protocols that allow developers to connect directly to a brokerage or trading platform to execute trades, access market data, and manage portfolios. Through a Trading API, users can automate trading strategies, receive real-time data, and perform algorithmic trading without manual input, which can enhance efficiency and reduce reaction time to market changes. These APIs are widely used by professional traders and developers who seek to customize their trading experience, integrate data analytics, or apply machine learning to trading. While they offer significant flexibility, Trading APIs require a solid understanding of programming and financial markets to manage risks effectively.

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