Overview
Learn to use the Interactive Brokers API with Python and ib_sync in this comprehensive tutorial for beginners. Explore the pros and cons of Interactive Brokers, connect using ib_insync, and understand the differences between TWS and IB Gateway. Dive into retrieving historical data, working with contracts, and accessing real-time tick data. Gain insights into asynchronous programming with a chess example, and master limit and market orders while reviewing trade history. Discover how to work with option chains, parse fundamental data and ratios using XML, and utilize scanners. Perfect for those looking to enhance their trading capabilities through API integration.
Syllabus
Interactive Brokers - Pros and Cons
ib_insync, connecting
TWS vs IB Gateway
Historical Data, Contracts
Real-Time Tick Data
Asynchronous Programming
Chess Example
Limit and Market Orders, Trade History
Option Chains
Fundamental Data, Ratios, XML Parsing
Scanners
Happy New Year - Market Closed!
Taught by
Part Time Larry