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How to fetch historical data using kite connect
Algo Trading is a method of trading in the stock market where computer programs automatically place buy and sell orders based on pre-defined rules. These rules are created using mathematical models, technical indicators, or market conditions. Explanation Learn how to use the Zerodha Kite Connect API in Python to fetch historical stock data. This step-by-step guide explains each line of code Importing Required Libraries Change Working Directory Generate Trading Session Fetch All NSE Instruments Helper Function: Fetch Instrument Token Fetch Historical OHLC Data 1.instrument = fetchInstrument(instrument_df, ticker)→ Finds the instrument token for the stock. 2. kite.historical_data(...) 3. Converts the returned JSON data into a Pandas DataFrame. 4. data.set_index("date", inplace=True)→ Sets the…
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Understanding Zerodha’s place_order() Method in Python
Zerodha’s Kite Connect API stands out as one of the most powerful tools available to Indian traders.It allows developers to place, modify, and monitor trades programmatically using simple Python code. At the heart of this functionality lies a crucial method — place_order().This method acts as the execution engine that places your buy or sell orders directly on the Zerodha trading platform. In this blog, we’ll break down the purpose, parameters, and practical examples of the place_order() function so that you can start placing trades like a pro. Purpose of place_order() The place_order() method is used to place a new order (either BUY or SELL) in your Zerodha account via the…