Algorithmic Trading as an individual

[bizso]

Hi, I'm a software developer with extensive Java knowledge and Machine Learning and Natural Language Processing background.

Is it realistic as an individual to come up with a trading strategy using ML and NLP, implement a fully automated bot in Java, unleash it on a few online markets such as bitcoin currency exchanges, and make a living?

 

[alain]

It is realistic but you have to keep in mind few things if you don't have enough assets to play.

 

[Andy Nguyen]

If you want to get a realistic view, here is a good place to start

 

[Alexander Krosky]

Is there really enough liquidity in the bitcoin markets for this?

 

[mysterion]

Is there really enough liquidity in the bitcoin markets for this?

I know that the volume of the BitCoin market have increased in the last years. Compare the historical volume data and find out whether it's enough liquidity for you: http://bitcoincharts.com/about/markets-api/