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Understanding Sierra Chart with Topstep

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[2023-12-07 21:29:53] #1 [Go To First Post]
User862761 - Posts: 19
I've been trying to figure out how all of the different platforms, brokers, and data providers work with each other. From the documentation and support board forums I read, it seems like the Denali feed and Teton Routing service are the best options. Unfortunately, Topstep says it only integrates with Rithmic, which I've read does not have reliable data. Is it possible to use the Denali data feed to feed into an automated trading strategy, and then route the orders with Rithmic to Ninja Trader to be able to use Topstep? I'll admit this process is new to me, so any clarification on how these things play together would be awesome.

[2023-12-07 22:13:59] #2 [Go To First Post]
John - SC Support - Posts: 34453
You can use our Denali data and place trades directly with Rithmic (to TopStep). Refer to the following: Real-Time Exchange Data Feeds Available From Sierra Chart: Integration with Trading Services The only item that could be an issue for you is that in order to get the CME Group data at the non-professional rate, you need to have a live, funded, futures trading account, and prop firm accounts (like TopStep) do not count towards this requirement. Refer to the information here: Real-Time Exchange Data Feeds Available From Sierra Chart: Understanding and Accessing Data From the CME, CBOT, NYMEX, COMEX Exchanges If you do not have an account that will qualify for the above, then we recommend the solution outlined at the following link: Easy Solution to CME Funded Trading Account Requirement For the most reliable, advanced, and zero cost futures order routing, use the Teton service: Sierra Chart Teton Futures Order Routing

[2023-12-07 23:14:16] #3 [Go To First Post]
User862761 - Posts: 19
Ok awesome. And in order to access Denali data feeds programmatically (for backtesting) I use the DTC protocol outlined on here? I was also reading through the DTC protocol page, and came across the restrictions page. It mentions that: "It is not possible to request or use streaming market from an IP other than on the local machine." Does that restriction apply if I am using an AWS VPS? Date Time Of Last Edit: 2023-12-07 23:40:29

[2023-12-08 05:24:18] #4 [Go To First Post]
Sierra_Chart Engineering - Posts: 16387
You cannot access any exchange data through the DTC protocol server. This is all restricted. Sierra Chart Support - Engineering Level Your definitive source for support. Other responses are from users. Try to keep your questions brief and to the point. Be aware of support policy: https://www.sierrachart.com/index.php?l=PostingInformation.php#GeneralInformation For the most reliable, advanced, and zero cost futures order routing, use the Teton service: Sierra Chart Teton Futures Order Routing

[2023-12-08 06:05:07] #5 [Go To First Post]
User862761 - Posts: 19
Hmmm I guess I am confused. Isn't one of the main purposes of the DTC protocol to create a standard way to access historical, delayed, and live data?

[2023-12-08 15:17:48] #6 [Go To First Post]
Sierra_Chart Engineering - Posts: 16387
Yes but this is not going to work for data from exchanges that charge fees for real-time data. That is not allowed. Sierra Chart Support - Engineering Level Your definitive source for support. Other responses are from users. Try to keep your questions brief and to the point. Be aware of support policy: https://www.sierrachart.com/index.php?l=PostingInformation.php#GeneralInformation For the most reliable, advanced, and zero cost futures order routing, use the Teton service: Sierra Chart Teton Futures Order Routing

[2023-12-08 15:47:37] #7 [Go To First Post]
John - SC Support - Posts: 34453
You do not need the DTC Protocol to do backtesting. The data is all in your Sierra Chart and you can do the backtesting within the software. Refer to the following: Auto Trade System Back Testing For the most reliable, advanced, and zero cost futures order routing, use the Teton service: Sierra Chart Teton Futures Order Routing

[2023-12-13 22:59:56] #8 [Go To First Post]
User862761 - Posts: 19
Ok, so my backtesting has been done completely in python up until now. I've been using Polygon data. I use their api to pull in x years of data, which allows me to parallelize my backtesting. I've got two questions based on that info. 1. Is there a way to use Sierra Charts and the Denali Data Feed to replace the function of Polygon Data in that scenario? 2. If I choose package 12 and have a live trading account (following the advice that ya'll give as an easy work around to the live trading non-professional fees) can I socket live data into my python script, and then use the DTC protocol to send orders? Date Time Of Last Edit: 2023-12-13 23:04:47

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