A NinjaTrader strategy programmer needs more than an entry idea. Automated trading work depends on the complete behavior: entries, exits, stops, targets, filters, position sizing, order handling, and what happens when the platform state changes.
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Strategy automation checklist
Before requesting a quote, prepare:
- entry and exit rules
- stop, target, trailing, and break-even behavior
- order quantity and position sizing rules
- instruments, accounts, and bar types
- session templates and trading hours
- filters and invalidation rules
- start behavior after reload
- behavior after disconnects, rejected orders, or partial fills
- testing expectations for Sim101, Market Replay, or live validation
Why this matters
Most automation problems come from missing assumptions. A strategy can compile and still behave differently than expected if order state, chart setup, and real-time behavior are not defined.
If the rules are still unclear, a Strategy Scope Review can be a smaller step before a full build.