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Backtesting
Yo guys, how do you avoid curve fitting while backtesting? I personally keep the rules few and simple, do not over optimise on previous data like, I am going to trade the second 15 minute candle of NY Open because its the most profitable or some bs like that (not saying you cant find edge doing something like that). I think over complication hurts traders data collection process, keeping it simple is my way of doing things. Also I highly value survivability and stability across markets fx, metals, indicies...
May 20, 2026 · 11:11 AM · 51 views · Commons
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@quantguild
Roman Paolucci Mod Trader FOUNDER
@quantguild · May 20, 2026 · 11:53 AM
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Which ticks to use is of paramount importance, arbitrary candle times and offsetting creates entirely different PL curves, I talk about this in my last video!
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