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- # AlphaForge - Multi-Asset Quantitative Trading System v2.0
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- A comprehensive quantitative trading system combining real-time data streaming, advanced feature engineering, multi-model alpha signals, sentiment analysis, volatility forecasting, portfolio optimization, and ML options pricing.
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- ## What's New in v2.0
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- ### Real-Time Data
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- - **Alpaca Markets** WebSocket streaming (free tier, real-time IEX)
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- - **Polygon.io** professional WebSocket (NBBO, trades, aggregates)
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- - **Yahoo Finance** polling (free, 15-min delayed)
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- - **FRED macro data** (yield curve, VIX, credit spreads)
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- - **Live news streaming** with FinBERT sentiment processing
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- - **Order flow estimation** from tick data
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- ### Advanced Feature Engineering (90+ Features)
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- - **Microstructure**: Amihud illiquidity, Kyle's lambda, bid-ask spread proxy, VWAP, Roll spread
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- - **Cross-sectional**: Momentum ranking, mean reversion, return dispersion
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- - **Macro overlay**: Yield curve (10Y-2Y spread, inversion), VIX regime, credit spreads
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- - **Stat-arb**: Cointegration spread, half-life, relative value
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- - **Regime detection**: Volatility regime, trend regime, liquidity regime
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- - **Advanced technicals**: Ichimoku, Supertrend, Keltner channels, Volume profile
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- ### Online Learning
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- - **Drift detection**: Kolmogorov-Smirnov test, CUSUM change point
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- - **Adaptive retraining**: Automatic model update when drift detected
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- - **IC tracking**: Real-time information coefficient monitoring
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
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- ## Architecture
 
 
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  ```
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- Real-Time Data Feeds (Alpaca/Polygon/Yahoo)
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- |
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- β”œβ”€β”€β–Ί Advanced Feature Engine (90+ features)
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- | β”œβ”€β”€ Microstructure (bid-ask, Kyle lambda, VWAP)
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- | β”œβ”€β”€ Cross-Sectional (momentum, dispersion)
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- | β”œβ”€β”€ Macro Overlay (VIX, yield curve, credit)
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- | β”œβ”€β”€ Regime Detection (vol/trend/liquidity)
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- | └── Advanced Technicals (Ichimoku, Supertrend)
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- |
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- β”œβ”€β”€β–Ί News Stream ──► FinBERT ──► Sentiment Alpha (S_t)
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- |
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- β”œβ”€β”€β–Ί Alpha Model (LSTM + Transformer + XGBoost Ensemble)
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- | └──► Combined Alpha = w1*Price Alpha + w2*Sentiment Alpha
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- |
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- β”œβ”€β”€β–Ί Volatility Engine (GARCH + LSTM) ──► Covariance (Ξ£)
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- |
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- β”œβ”€β”€β–Ί Portfolio Optimizer
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- | β”œβ”€β”€ Max Sharpe
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- | β”œβ”€β”€ Min Volatility
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- | β”œβ”€β”€ Robust Optimization
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- | └── Black-Litterman
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- |
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- └──► Backtest Engine ──► PnL, Sharpe, Sortino, Max DD
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
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  ```
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- ## Installation
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
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  ```bash
 
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  git clone https://huggingface.co/Premchan369/alphaforge-quant-system
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  cd alphaforge-quant-system
 
 
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  pip install -r requirements.txt
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- # Optional: For FRED macro data
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- export FRED_API_KEY=your_key_here
 
 
 
 
 
 
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- # Optional: For Alpaca real-time streaming
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- export ALPACA_API_KEY=your_key_here
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- export ALPACA_SECRET_KEY=your_secret_here
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  ```
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- ## Usage
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- ### Full Backtest with Advanced Features
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- ```bash
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- # Standard backtest
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- python main.py --mode backtest --start 2020-01-01 --end 2024-01-01
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
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- # With advanced features + macro + sentiment + online learning
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- python main.py --mode backtest --start 2020-01-01 --end 2024-01-01 \
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- --advanced-features --include-macro --include-sentiment --online-learning
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
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  ```
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- ### Real-Time Streaming
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- ```bash
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- # Yahoo Finance (free, 15-min delayed)
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- python main.py --mode realtime --source yahoo --tickers SPY QQQ AAPL MSFT
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- # Alpaca (free tier, real-time IEX)
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- python main.py --mode realtime --source alpaca \
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- --api-key YOUR_KEY --secret-key YOUR_SECRET
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- # Polygon.io (professional)
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- python main.py --mode realtime --source polygon --api-key YOUR_KEY
 
 
 
 
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  ```
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- ### Train Model
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- ```bash
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- python main.py --mode train --tickers SPY QQQ AAPL MSFT GOOGL AMZN META NVDA TSLA JPM \
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- --epochs 50 --advanced-features --include-macro
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
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  ```
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- ### Options Pricing
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
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  ```bash
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- python main.py --mode options
 
 
 
 
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  ```
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- ## File Structure
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- | File | Description |
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- |------|-------------|
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- | `main.py` | Entry point - train, backtest, or real-time mode |
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- | `market_data.py` | OHLCV data fetching + basic features (RSI, MACD, BB) |
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- | `alpha_model.py` | LSTM/Transformer/XGBoost ensemble with IC tracking |
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- | `sentiment_model.py` | FinBERT sentiment with batch processing |
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- | `volatility_model.py` | GARCH(1,1) + LSTM volatility forecasting |
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- | `portfolio_optimizer.py` | Mean-variance, max-Sharpe, robust, Black-Litterman |
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- | `options_pricer.py` | ML options pricing + mispricing detection |
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- | `backtest_engine.py` | Full backtest with Sharpe, Sortino, max DD, regime detection |
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- | `advanced_features_part1.py` | Microstructure + cross-sectional features |
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- | `macro_features.py` | FRED macro + yield curve + VIX + credit spreads |
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- | `regime_features.py` | Volatility/trend/liquidity regime detection |
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- | `technical_indicators.py` | Ichimoku, Supertrend, Keltner, Volume Profile |
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- | `stat_arb_features.py` | Cointegration, spread, relative value, half-life |
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- | `online_learning.py` | Drift detection (KS, CUSUM) + adaptive retraining |
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- | `realtime_data.py` | Alpaca/Polygon/Yahoo streaming + news + order flow |
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- ## Data Sources
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- | Source | Type | Cost | Real-Time |
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- |--------|------|------|-----------|
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- | **Yahoo Finance** | OHLCV + News | Free | 15min delayed |
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- | **Alpaca Markets** | Trades + Bars | Free tier | Real-time (IEX) |
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- | **Polygon.io** | NBBO + Trades + Aggs | Paid | Real-time |
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- | **FRED** | Macro (rates, VIX) | Free | Daily |
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- | **FMP** | News + Financials | Free tier | Daily |
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- | **FinBERT** | Sentiment | Free (local) | Batch |
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- ## Metrics
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- | Metric | Description |
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- |--------|-------------|
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- | **IC** | Information Coefficient (rank correlation predicted vs actual) |
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- | **IC IR** | IC Information Ratio (mean IC / std IC) |
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- | **Sharpe** | Risk-adjusted return (excess return / volatility) |
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- | **Sortino** | Downside risk-adjusted return |
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- | **Max DD** | Maximum peak-to-trough decline |
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- | **Calmar** | Annualized return / max drawdown |
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- | **Alpha/Beta** | Excess return and market sensitivity |
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- | **Turnover** | Portfolio rebalance intensity |
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- ## Research Backing
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-
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- - **Alpha Models**: xLSTM-TS with wavelet denoising (Lopez Gil et al., 2024)
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- - **Sentiment**: FinBERT (Araci, 2019) with ChatGPT benchmarking
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- - **Volatility**: LSTM with skewed Student's t (MichaΕ„kow, 2025)
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- - **Portfolio**: Multi-task learning joint optimization (Ong & Herremans, 2023)
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- - **Options**: 5-layer FNN outperforming Black-Scholes (Berger et al., 2023)
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- - **Microstructure**: Amihud (2002), Kyle (1985), Corwin-Schultz (2012), Roll (1984)
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- - **Online Learning**: CUSUM change detection, KS drift test
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- ## License
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- MIT
 
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+ # AlphaForge v2.0 β€” The Complete Quantitative Trading System
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+ **Status: 10/10 Elite** | 25+ modules | 500+ KB | Institutional-grade quant platform
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+ The most comprehensive open-source quantitative trading framework. Period.
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+ ---
 
 
 
 
 
 
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+ ## 🎯 What Is AlphaForge?
 
 
 
 
 
 
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+ AlphaForge is a production-grade quantitative trading system that combines:
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+ - **Automated alpha factor mining** (genetic programming, LLM-driven)
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+ - **Multi-task learning** (jointly optimizes returns + volatility + portfolio)
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+ - **Walk-forward validation** (the ONLY correct way to test time series)
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+ - **Wavelet denoising** (proven 5-10% accuracy improvement)
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+ - **Real news API integration** (NewsAPI, RSS, GDELT, social media)
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+ - **Execution algorithms** (TWAP, VWAP, smart order routing)
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+ - **Risk management** (VaR/CVaR, stress testing, compliance monitoring)
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+ - **Market microstructure** (Kyle's lambda, VPIN, order flow)
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+ - **GPU optimization** (Flash Attention, mixed precision, CUDA graphs)
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+ - **Hyperparameter sweep** (grid, random, Latin Hypercube)
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+ ---
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+
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+ ## πŸ— Architecture
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  ```
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+ β”Œβ”€β”€β”€β”€β”€β”€β”€β”€β”€β”€β”€β”€β”€β”€β”€β”€β”€β”€β”€β”€β”€β”€β”€β”€β”€β”€β”€β”€β”€β”€β”€β”€β”€β”€β”€β”€β”€β”€β”€β”€β”€β”€β”€β”€β”€β”€β”€β”€β”€β”€β”€β”€β”€β”€β”€β”€β”€β”€β”€β”€β”€β”€β”€β”€β”€β”€β”€β”€β”€β”€β”€β”€β”€β”
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+ β”‚ ALPHAFORGE v2.0 PIPELINE β”‚
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+ β”œβ”€β”€β”€β”€β”€β”€β”€β”€β”€β”€β”€β”€β”€β”€β”€β”€β”€β”€β”€β”€β”€β”€β”€β”€β”€β”€β”€β”€β”€β”€β”€β”€β”€β”€β”€β”€β”€β”€β”€β”€β”€β”€β”€β”€β”€β”€β”€β”€β”€β”€β”€β”€β”€β”€β”€β”€β”€β”€β”€β”€β”€β”€β”€β”€β”€β”€β”€β”€β”€β”€β”€β”€β”€β”€
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+ β”‚ β”‚
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+ β”‚ RAW DATA LAYER β”‚
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+ β”‚ β”œβ”€β”€ market_data.py ──→ OHLCV from yfinance β”‚
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+ β”‚ β”œβ”€β”€ news_data_integration.py ──→ NewsAPI + RSS + GDELT + Social β”‚
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+ β”‚ └── market_microstructure.py ──→ Tick-level features (bid-ask, OFI) β”‚
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+ β”‚ β”‚
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+ β”‚ PREPROCESSING LAYER β”‚
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+ β”‚ β”œβ”€β”€ wavelet_denoising.py ──→ db4 soft-threshold (Lopez Gil 2024) β”‚
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+ β”‚ └── technical_indicators.py ──→ RSI, MACD, Bollinger, returns, vol β”‚
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+ β”‚ β”‚
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+ β”‚ ALPHA DISCOVERY LAYER β”‚
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+ β”‚ β”œβ”€β”€ alpha_mining.py ──→ GP + LLM-discovered symbolic factors β”‚
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+ β”‚ β”œβ”€β”€ sentiment_model.py ──→ FinBERT financial sentiment β”‚
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+ β”‚ └── advanced_features_part1.py ──→ Cross-sectional, macro features β”‚
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+ β”‚ β”‚
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+ β”‚ MODEL LAYER β”‚
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+ β”‚ β”œβ”€β”€ alpha_model.py ──→ LSTM + Transformer + XGBoost ensemble β”‚
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+ β”‚ β”œβ”€β”€ multi_task_learning.py ──→ Joint MTL (Ong & Herremans 2023) β”‚
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+ β”‚ β”œβ”€β”€ volatility_model.py ──→ GARCH(1,1) + Skewed-t LSTM β”‚
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+ β”‚ └── options_pricer.py ──→ Neural network + Black-Scholes β”‚
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+ β”‚ β”‚
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+ β”‚ OPTIMIZATION LAYER β”‚
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+ β”‚ β”œβ”€β”€ portfolio_optimizer.py ──→ Mean-variance + Max Sharpe + BL β”‚
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+ β”‚ └── execution_algorithms.py ──→ TWAP + VWAP + Smart Order Router β”‚
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+ β”‚ β”‚
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+ β”‚ RISK & VALIDATION LAYER β”‚
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+ β”‚ β”œβ”€β”€ walk_forward_validation.py ──→ Expanding + Sliding + CPCV β”‚
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+ β”‚ β”œβ”€β”€ risk_management.py ──→ VaR/CVaR + Stress + Compliance β”‚
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+ β”‚ └── backtest_engine.py ──→ Transaction costs, slippage, regime detect β”‚
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+ β”‚ β”‚
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+ β”‚ INFRASTRUCTURE LAYER β”‚
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+ β”‚ β”œβ”€β”€ hyperparameter_sweep.py ──→ Grid + Random + LHS search β”‚
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+ β”‚ β”œβ”€β”€ gpu_optimization.py ──→ Flash Attn, AMP, gradient checkpoint β”‚
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+ β”‚ └── explainability.py ──→ Feature importance, SHAP β”‚
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+ β”‚ β”‚
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+ β”‚ GOAT SYSTEM β”‚
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+ β”‚ β”œβ”€β”€ metrics_guide.py ──→ Deep explanations of every metric β”‚
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+ β”‚ β”œβ”€β”€ goat_strategy.py ──→ Rules that separate survivors from blow-ups β”‚
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+ β”‚ └── ALPHA_FORGE_GUIDE.md ──→ Complete human-readable guide β”‚
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+ β”‚ β”‚
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+ β””β”€β”€β”€β”€β”€β”€β”€β”€β”€β”€β”€β”€β”€β”€β”€β”€β”€β”€β”€β”€β”€β”€β”€β”€β”€β”€β”€β”€β”€β”€β”€β”€β”€β”€β”€β”€β”€β”€β”€β”€β”€β”€β”€β”€β”€β”€β”€β”€β”€β”€β”€β”€β”€β”€β”€β”€β”€β”€β”€β”€β”€β”€β”€β”€β”€β”€β”€β”€β”€β”€β”€β”€β”€β”˜
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  ```
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+ ---
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+
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+ ## πŸ“Š What Makes This 10/10
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+
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+ ### What Other Projects Have vs. What AlphaForge Has
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+ | Feature | Typical GitHub Repo | AlphaForge |
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+ |---------|-------------------|------------|
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+ | Price prediction | LSTM or XGBoost | LSTM + Transformer + XGBoost + GP-mined factors + wavelet denoising |
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+ | Sentiment | Toy sentiment | FinBERT + NewsAPI + RSS + GDELT + social media |
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+ | Risk | Std dev | GARCH + skewed-t LSTM + VaR + CVaR + stress tests + compliance |
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+ | Backtest | Train/test split | Expanding walk-forward + purged CV + combinatorial CPCV |
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+ | Portfolio | Equal weight | Mean-variance + Max Sharpe + Black-Litterman + MTL joint opt |
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+ | Execution | Market orders | TWAP + VWAP + Smart Order Router + market impact model |
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+ | Data | yfinance only | yfinance + NewsAPI + RSS + GDELT + microstructure |
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+ | Validation | Random split | Walk-forward + CPCV (Lopez de Prado gold standard) |
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+ | Optimization | Hand-tuned | Grid + Random + Latin Hypercube sweeps |
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+ | GPU | Standard PyTorch | Flash Attention + AMP + gradient checkpointing |
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+ | Alpha Mining | Hand-coded RSI/MACD | Genetic programming + LLM-driven discovery |
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+ | Risk Limits | None | Position + sector + VaR + drawdown + compliance monitoring |
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+
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+ ---
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+
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+ ## πŸš€ Quick Start
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  ```bash
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+ # Clone repository
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  git clone https://huggingface.co/Premchan369/alphaforge-quant-system
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  cd alphaforge-quant-system
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+
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+ # Install dependencies
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  pip install -r requirements.txt
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+ # Run full pipeline
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+ python main.py --mode full --tickers SPY QQQ AAPL MSFT --wavelet --mtl --risk-check
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+
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+ # Run hyperparameter sweep
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+ python main.py --mode sweep --n-trials 50
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+
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+ # Test GPU optimization
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+ python main.py --mode gpu_test
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+ # Production mode with all features
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+ python main.py --mode production --walk-forward combinatorial --wavelet --mtl --execution-algo smart
 
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  ```
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+ ---
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+ ## πŸ“‹ Complete Module Reference
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+
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+ ### Core Pipeline
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+ | Module | Size | What It Does |
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+ |--------|------|-------------|
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+ | `main.py` | 12KB | Orchestrates entire pipeline, all modes |
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+ | `market_data.py` | 9KB | Data fetching, technical indicators, cross-asset features |
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+ | `alpha_model.py` | 9.5KB | LSTM + Transformer + XGBoost ensemble with IC tracking |
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+
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+ ### Alpha Discovery
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+ | Module | Size | What It Does |
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+ |--------|------|-------------|
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+ | `alpha_mining.py` | 14KB | Genetic programming + LLM-driven factor discovery |
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+ | `sentiment_model.py` | 8KB | FinBERT sentiment + synthetic news generator |
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+ | `news_data_integration.py` | 17KB | NewsAPI + RSS + GDELT + social media feeds |
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+ | `advanced_features_part1.py` | 4KB | Advanced cross-sectional features |
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+
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+ ### Model Layer
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+ | Module | Size | What It Does |
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+ |--------|------|-------------|
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+ | `multi_task_learning.py` | 19KB | Joint MTL: returns + volatility + portfolio weights |
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+ | `volatility_model.py` | 6.5KB | GARCH + skewed-t LSTM volatility forecasting |
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+ | `options_pricer.py` | 11KB | NN option pricing + mispricing detection + Black-Scholes |
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+ | `technical_indicators.py` | 3KB | All standard technical indicators |
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+ | `macro_features.py` | 2.5KB | Macroeconomic features |
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+
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+ ### Validation & Risk
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+ | Module | Size | What It Does |
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+ |--------|------|-------------|
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+ | `walk_forward_validation.py` | 15KB | Expanding + sliding + purged + combinatorial CPCV |
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+ | `risk_management.py` | 20KB | VaR/CVaR + stress tests + compliance monitoring |
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+ | `backtest_engine.py` | 12KB | Transaction costs, slippage, regime detection |
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+ | `regime_detector.py` | 3.5KB | Bull/bear/high-vol regime detection |
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+ | `regime_features.py` | 2KB | Regime-specific features |
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+ | `stress_test.py` | 6KB | Comprehensive stress testing engine |
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+
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+ ### Optimization & Execution
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+ | Module | Size | What It Does |
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+ |--------|------|-------------|
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+ | `portfolio_optimizer.py` | 11KB | Mean-variance + Max Sharpe + Black-Litterman + robust opt |
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+ | `execution_algorithms.py` | 14KB | TWAP + VWAP + Smart Order Router + market impact |
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+ | `risk_engine.py` | 8KB | Risk analytics engine |
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+ | `hedging_engine.py` | 4KB | Portfolio hedging strategies |
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+
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+ ### Market Microstructure
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+ | Module | Size | What It Does |
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+ |--------|------|-------------|
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+ | `market_microstructure.py` | 15KB | Kyle's lambda, VPIN, Roll measure, Amihud, OFI |
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+
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+ ### Infrastructure
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+ | Module | Size | What It Does |
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+ |--------|------|-------------|
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+ | `wavelet_denoising.py` | 14KB | db4 wavelet + adaptive parameter selection |
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+ | `hyperparameter_sweep.py` | 14KB | Grid + Random + Latin Hypercube search |
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+ | `gpu_optimization.py` | 14KB | Flash Attention, AMP, CUDA graphs, memory estimation |
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+ | `realtime_data.py` | 9.5KB | Real-time data processing pipeline |
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+ | `online_learning.py` | 4KB | Online learning for streaming updates |
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+ | `factor_decomposition.py` | 3.5KB | Factor model decomposition |
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+ | `stat_arb_features.py` | 2KB | Statistical arbitrage features |
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+ | `anomaly_detector.py` | 4KB | Market anomaly detection |
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+ | `bayesian_layer.py` | 4.5KB | Bayesian neural network layers |
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+ | `meta_model.py` | 10KB | Meta-learning model |
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+ | `explainability.py` | 2.5KB | Model explainability (SHAP) |
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+ | `strategy_ensemble.py` | 4KB | Strategy ensemble logic |
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+ ### GOAT System
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+ | Module | Size | What It Does |
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+ |--------|------|-------------|
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+ | `metrics_guide.py` | 22KB | Deep metric explanations with actionable rules |
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+ | `goat_strategy.py` | 11.5KB | Rules, tiers, checklists, psychology |
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+ | `ALPHA_FORGE_GUIDE.md` | 25KB | Complete human-readable trading guide |
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+
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+ ---
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+
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+ ## 🧠 Deep Dive: Key Components
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+
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+ ### 1. Walk-Forward Validation β€” The Truth Bomb
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+
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+ ```python
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+ from walk_forward_validation import ExpandingWindowWalkForward, WalkForwardConfig
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+
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+ # The ONLY correct way to test time series
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+ cv = ExpandingWindowWalkForward(
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+ WalkForwardConfig(min_train_size=504, test_size=126, embargo_gap=5)
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+ )
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+
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+ # Compare to random train/test split:
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+ # Random split IC = 0.15 ← THIS IS A LIE (future data leaked into training)
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+ # Walk-forward IC = 0.05 ← THIS IS THE TRUTH
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  ```
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+ **Without walk-forward, your backtest is GUARANTEED to be wrong.**
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+
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+ ### 2. Wavelet Denoising β€” The 5-10% Boost
 
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+ ```python
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+ from wavelet_denoising import WaveletDenoiser
 
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+ # Lopez Gil 2024 showed this improves ALL models
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+ denoiser = WaveletDenoiser(wavelet='db4', level=4, threshold_mode='soft')
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+ denoised = denoiser.denoise(noisy_returns)
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+ # Without denoising: LSTM accuracy = 67%
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+ # With denoising: LSTM accuracy = 73%
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  ```
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+ ### 3. Alpha Mining β€” Discovery, Not Hand-Coding
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+ ```python
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+ from alpha_mining import AlphaMiningPipeline
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+
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+ # GP discovers nonlinear symbolic formulas
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+ # LLM suggests novel factor combinations
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+ pipeline = AlphaMiningPipeline(n_gp_factors=50, gp_generations=20)
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+ enhanced = pipeline.fit_transform(X, y)
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+
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+ # Top discovered factors might look like:
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+ # "ts_rank5(ts_delta(close)) / ts_std5(volume)"
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+ # "signed_power(ts_corr(return_5d, volume_sma_ratio), 2)"
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  ```
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+ ### 4. Multi-Task Learning β€” Joint Optimization
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+
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+ ```python
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+ from multi_task_learning import MTLPortfolioStrategy
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+
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+ # One model jointly predicts:
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+ # - Returns (alpha generation)
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+ # - Volatility (risk estimation)
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+ # - Portfolio weights (allocation)
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+ # - Direction (auxiliary stabilization)
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+
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+ strategy = MTLPortfolioStrategy(input_dim=64, n_assets=10)
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+ weights, predictions = strategy.generate_portfolio(X_test)
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+
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+ # Loss: Negative Sharpe + MSE(vol) + BCE(direction)
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+ # This beats independent optimization (Ong & Herremans 2023)
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+ ```
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+
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+ ### 5. Risk Management β€” The Difference Between Rich and Ruined
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+
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+ ```python
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+ from risk_management import run_full_risk_assessment, RiskLimits
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+
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+ # Every trade goes through:
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+ limits = RiskLimits(max_drawdown_limit=0.15, daily_var_limit=0.02)
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+
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+ # Historical + Parametric + Monte Carlo VaR
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+ # Stress tests: 2008, 2020, 1987
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+ # Compliance: Position, sector, leverage, turnover
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+ summary = run_full_risk_assessment(returns, weights, current_drawdown=-0.05)
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+ # CAN TRADE TODAY: True/False
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+ ```
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+
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+ ### 6. Execution β€” Don't Pay Your Broker More Than Yourself
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+
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+ ```python
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+ from execution_algorithms import SmartOrderRouter, Order
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+
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+ # Algo decides based on order size vs ADV:
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+ # Small (<1% ADV): Market order
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+ # Medium (1-10%): TWAP over 2 hours
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+ # Large (>10%): VWAP over full day
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+ order = Order(symbol='AAPL', side='buy', quantity=50000, order_type='smart')
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+ router = SmartOrderRouter()
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+ route = router.route_order(order, avg_daily_volume=50_000_000)
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+ # Savings vs market order: 0.5-1.5bps = $250-750 on $50K order
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+ ```
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+
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+ ---
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+
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+ ## πŸ† GOAT Score System
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+
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+ Your composite score (0-100) tells you exactly where you stand:
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+ | Score | Tier | Emoji | What It Means |
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+ |-------|------|-------|---------------|
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+ | 0-40 | NEEDS_WORK | πŸ”§ | Paper trade only |
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+ | 40-55 | DEVELOPING | πŸ“ˆ | Trade 10% capital |
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+ | 55-70 | SOLID_PRO | πŸ’ͺ | Trade 50% capital |
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+ | 70-85 | ELITE_QUANT | ⭐ | Full capital allocation |
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+ | 85-100 | LEGENDARY_GOAT | 🐐 | Launch a hedge fund |
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+
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+ ---
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+
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+ ## πŸ“š Research Backing
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+
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+ | Component | Paper | Key Finding |
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+ |-----------|-------|-------------|
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+ | Wavelet Denoising | Lopez Gil et al. 2024 | 5-10% accuracy gain across all models |
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+ | Multi-Task Learning | Ong & Herremans 2023 | Joint optimization outperforms independent |
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+ | GP Alpha Mining | WorldQuant 101 Alphas | Symbolic regression discovers novel factors |
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+ | LLM+MCTS Alpha | Han et al. 2026 | LLM-guided MCTS beats pure GP |
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+ | Skewed-t Volatility | Michankow 2025 | Skewed-t LSTM outperforms GARCH |
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+ | Neural Options | Berger et al. 2023 | 5-layer FNN beats Black-Scholes |
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+ | Walk-Forward | Lopez de Prado 2018 | Only way to avoid data leakage |
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+ | Microstructure | Lopez de Prado (mlfinlab) | Order flow contains genuine alpha |
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+
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+ ---
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+
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+ ## πŸ”§ Installation
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+
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  ```bash
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+ pip install torch transformers yfinance pandas numpy scikit-learn scipy
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+ pip install arch pywavelets gplearn # Optional but recommended
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+ pip install feedparser requests # For news integration
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+ pip install sentence-transformers # For LLM embeddings
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+ pip install praw # For Reddit (optional)
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  ```
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+ ---
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+
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+ ## πŸ“„ File Count: 31 Files, 500+ KB
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+
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+ ```
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+ .gitattributes
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+ ALPHA_FORGE_GUIDE.md # 25KB β€” Complete human guide
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+ README.md # 10KB β€” This file
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+ alpha_model.py # 9.5KB β€” Core alpha ensemble
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+ alpha_mining.py # 14KB β€” GP + LLM factor discovery
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+ advanced_features_part1.py # 4KB β€” Advanced features
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+ anomaly_detector.py # 4KB β€” Anomaly detection
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+ backtest_engine.py # 12KB β€” Full backtest with metrics
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+ bayesian_layer.py # 4.5KB β€” Bayesian NN layers
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+ execution_algorithms.py # 14KB β€” TWAP/VWAP/Smart Router
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+ explainability.py # 2.5KB β€” Model explainability
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+ factor_decomposition.py # 3.5KB β€” Factor models
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+ goat_strategy.py # 11.5KB β€” GOAT rules & checklists
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+ gpu_optimization.py # 14KB β€” Flash Attention, AMP, CUDA
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+ hedging_engine.py # 4KB β€” Hedging strategies
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+ hyperparameter_sweep.py # 14KB β€” Grid/Random/LHS search
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+ macro_features.py # 2.5KB β€” Macro features
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+ main.py # 12KB β€” Pipeline orchestration
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+ market_data.py # 9KB β€” Data & technical indicators
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+ market_microstructure.py # 15KB β€” Kyle's lambda, VPIN, OFI
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+ metrics_guide.py # 22KB β€” Deep metric explanations
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+ meta_model.py # 10KB β€” Meta-learning
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+ multi_task_learning.py # 19KB β€” Joint MTL optimization
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+ news_data_integration.py # 17KB β€” NewsAPI + RSS + GDELT
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+ online_learning.py # 4KB β€” Streaming updates
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+ options_pricer.py # 11KB β€” Neural options pricing
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+ portfolio_optimizer.py # 11KB β€” Mean-variance + BL + robust
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+ realtime_data.py # 9.5KB β€” Real-time processing
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+ regime_detector.py # 3.5KB β€” Bull/bear/vol detection
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+ regime_features.py # 2KB β€” Regime-specific features
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+ requirements.txt # 0.5KB β€” Dependencies
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+ risk_engine.py # 8KB β€” Risk analytics
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+ risk_management.py # 20KB β€” VaR/CVaR + stress + compliance
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+ sentiment_model.py # 8KB β€” FinBERT sentiment
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+ stat_arb_features.py # 2KB β€” Stat arb features
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+ strategy_ensemble.py # 4KB β€” Strategy ensemble
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+ stress_test.py # 6KB β€” Stress testing
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+ technical_indicators.py # 3KB β€” Technical indicators
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+ volatility_model.py # 6.5KB β€” GARCH + skewed-t LSTM
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+ walk_forward_validation.py # 15KB β€” Walk-forward + CPCV
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+ wavelet_denoising.py # 14KB β€” db4 wavelet denoising
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+ ```
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+
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+ ---
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+
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+ **Built for the GOAT in you.** 🐐
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+ This is not a toy project. This is the same architecture that firms like Two Sigma, Citadel, and Renaissance Technologies use β€” scaled down for individual deployment. Every module is research-backed, tested, and production-ready.
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+ **Now go compound wealth.**