Introduction to GitHub

Introduction to GitHub and TradingView

GitHub and TradingView are distinct platforms that can be effectively combined for the development, sharing, and collaboration on trading strategies, especially in the cryptocurrency domain. Below is a detailed guide on how to use both platforms in the context of cryptocurrency trading.

 What is GitHub?

GitHub is an online platform designed for version control and collaborative software development, utilizing Git, a system that allows multiple developers to work on a project at the same time. Key concepts include:

1. Repositories: A repository (or repo) is where your project files are kept. You can set up repositories for your trading algorithms, scripts, or any coding endeavors.

2. Branches: Branches enable the creation of different development paths. For instance, you can maintain a "main" branch for stable code while using other branches to test new features.

3. Commits: A commit represents a snapshot of your repository at a specific moment, helping to track code changes.

4. Pull Requests: To merge changes from one branch to another, you create a pull request, facilitating review and discussion before the changes are integrated.

5. Issues: You can monitor bugs, feature requests, or any project-related tasks.

6. Collaborators: You can invite others to collaborate on your repository.

 Combining GitHub and TradingView

Here’s how to effectively use GitHub alongside TradingView for cryptocurrency trading:

 1. Strategy Development

- Create a Repository: Start by establishing a GitHub repository for your trading strategies, including your Pine Script code, documentation, and other relevant materials.

- Version Control: Manage script versions via GitHub. As you modify your trading strategies, commit those changes with clear descriptions.

- Collaborate: If you’re part of a team, invite collaborators to your repository for contributions, suggestions, and issue reporting.

 2. Documenting Strategies

- ReadMe File: Use the README.md file in your repository to outline your trading strategy, including its purpose, usage instructions, and parameters.

- Wiki: GitHub repositories can feature a wiki section for more detailed documentation, such as tutorials or explanations of the indicators involved.

 3. Community Sharing and Engagement

- Public Repository: To share your work with the community, make your repository public. This allows other traders to learn from your strategies, give feedback, or contribute.

- Forking: Users can fork your repository to create their own versions of your strategy, modify them, and potentially contribute back to your original project.

 4. Integration with TradingView

- Pine Script: Develop your trading algorithms in Pine Script on TradingView, then transfer your scripts to your GitHub repository for version control.

- Backtesting and Optimization: Utilize TradingView's backtesting features to evaluate your strategies, documenting the results in your GitHub repository for future reference.

- Alerts and Automation: Set alerts on TradingView according to your strategies. If successful, consider automating trades using TradingView alerts with APIs or third-party services.

 5. Skill Development and Learning

- Explore Other Repositories: Search GitHub for existing TradingView strategies. Study their structure and learn from their code and documentation.

- Contribute to Open Source: Get involved in the community by contributing to open-source trading strategies, which can help improve your coding and trading skills.

 Conclusion

Using GitHub alongside TradingView can significantly enhance your cryptocurrency trading journey. You can develop, share, and refine your trading strategies while utilizing version control and collaboration tools. By documenting your efforts and engaging with the community, you can learn from others and contribute to the expanding body of knowledge in cryptocurrency trading.

 Frequently Asked Questions

1. What if I make more than 5 pull requests in a day?

   You can only merge 5 pull requests (PR) per day from your personal repository into the main one. If you exceed this limit, the Upload data action will be paused until the next day. You can rerun the action 24 hours after your first PR from the previous day.

2. How to catch errors?

   Your GitHub repository has a Check data action set up, where validation warnings and errors can be found in the logs.

3. What if the Check data action fails after adding a symbol description?

   Ensure the JSON file in the symbol_info/ directory is correctly formatted. Refer to the Symbol info format for details.

4. What if the Check data action fails after adding symbol data?

   Verify that the CSV files in the data/ directory are correctly formatted. Consult the Data format for guidance.

5. What if the Upload data action fails in the main repository?

   Confirm that you have not surpassed the daily pull request limit. If there are no issues, contact us at pine.seeds@tradingview.com. Our support team is available weekdays from 7 AM to 4 PM UTC.

6. What should I do if I see an error stating "The pull request cannot be merged. There is probably a data conflict"?

   This likely means you made several commits too quickly. Create a new commit, and all previous data changes will be incorporated.

7. What if my pull request wasn't merged automatically?

   Check the action logs for validation warnings and errors. If you cannot resolve the issue, contact us at pine.seeds@tradingview.com. Our support team is available weekdays from 7 AM to 4 PM UTC.

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