NinjaTrader Automated Trading by Algo Futures Trader

hybrid algorithmic automated futures trading for prop firm traders, day & swing traders

AFT8 update version 20240323 controller grid settings template hotfix

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AFT8 update version 20240323 controller grid settings template hotfix. Problem settings were set and not loading when the algorithms/trade manager started. Now fixed so settings can be saved and loaded.
AFT8 Controller Settings Templates

AFT8 controller settings templates create and view defaults, save and view active algorithms, and trade manager settings.

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create your own rules in your own NinjaTrader scripts and simply inject them into the algo trade entry module

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AFT now supports custom Ninja scripts that you can create to inject signals into the AFT8 Algo Entry system. Code examples are available in the AFT Discord dev forum. Users need to sign up for an ATS universal account, log in, and link their Discord account to gain access. This allows the AFT Desktop to download the latest patch when NinjaTrader 8 is closed. It makes it very easy to code your own rules in your NT Scripts indicator, market column, or strategy, and then inject the signal into AFT8.

AFT8 will execute the signal if your filters and controller settings allow it. The AFT trade management module will then take over, providing the best trading system features, all off the shelf, 100% free for sim, demo, replay, and prop firm evaluation trading. Take it to the next level!


Custom user algos inject signals into AFT trade entry module

Custom user trading system rules allow you to inject signals into the AFT trade entry module from a simple indicator on a chart, and all the rest is taken care of.


ATS Discord Group Developers

ATS Discord Group Developers Forum with code samples and interactive support from the actual developer and creator!

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AFT8 version 2024 update released

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Algo Futures Trader v8 2024
Algo Futures Trader v8 2024 – fully automated trading mode baselines for VIP members

AFT8 version 2024 is now released and ready for download or update from the popup notices.

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AFT8-updater popup can be used to install.

Download AFT8

This is the most advanced version yet, many months in the making and 1000+ hours in development since the last version in November 2023, with iterative polishing of features and incremental release of new features. We have also added features and fixes reported from the ATS Discord Group and are delighted with the feedback and organic evolution of the product.

AutoSync Turnkey Workspaces

Turnkey Workspaces are polished and ready for installation and will stay fresh and up to date with automatic sync from the cloud to NinjaTrader 8 via the AFT.Desktop App.

Trade Plan Goals (TPG)

The latest feature, “Trading Plan Goals (TPG) filter,” is available in simulation and live for valid subscribers with lifetime licenses older than one year. An optional renewal will be required to unlock and access the AFT8 advanced features. As this is brand new, we instruct traders to try it only in simulation mode to learn and provide feedback via the forum for any assistance, Q&A, issues, or caveats. Inline Automatic % and Cash win and loss limits rules for winning and losing signals, long or short per session and per week, are ideal for prop firm trading to avoid breaking the rules!

Signal Execution Filter (f2)

This feature has been built out with inline controls to allow micro-management of trading systems rules for winning and losing signals, long or short per session and week.

Algo Entry and Algo Trade Manager Info View

Realtime information from the state and activity of each algo asset stream is displayed on the controller info bar inline to allow easy transparency of the mode of operation and function of algo entry and trade manager.

Proprietary Bars/Super Bars

ATS is the inventor of Adaptive Prop Bars and now Bad Tick Proof Super Bars. NinjaTrader occasionally suffers from bad tick data from the data brokerage connection, which can skew the charts.

  • AFT bars detect and remove the bad ticks, so you do not have to delete and reset your data. Our bars will continue without the erroneous data, with no spike gaps or skew.
  • NT can also send data out of hours on a Saturday and try to display it on a chart, but our bars use the correct trading hours, filtering out invalid hours data.
  • AFT Super bars do not lag like NT8 bars, wasting CPU cycles testing for trading hours. Data flows 24/7 within the correct trading exchange hours, available for all time-based bars.
  • AFT Adaptive bars work off various formulas to optimize the bars to trading phase. One size fits all instrument modes: scalp, day trade, and swing settings, also with tick and hours filters.

NinjaTrader 8 Advanced Execution API Methods

NinjaTrader 8 tends to get swamped on low to medium-performance computers/servers and slow disks (non-NVME) with lots of order data, becoming sluggish and even requiring a restart when trading more than the average day trader would. Generally, when using trade copiers and strategies, some are worse than others, and they all eventually foul up NT8. One way to cope with this is to reset the database every week and delete the logs and trade files to keep it lean and mean. NT8 was not designed for 20 prop firm accounts mirrored in parallel; it was designed for a scalper doing a few trades here and there. However, AFT8 has been tested with 500 algos in parallel on NT8 and works 100% fine with no problems over multiple 6 months+ of operation to large sizes of data without a glitch in hedge fund trading simulation and live. AFT8 is not the problem, nor is NinjaTrader 8; it is the tools people use on it, the prop firm craze, and trade copiers, and the knowledge or lack thereof. The beauty of NT8 is that it allows us access to the API underlying accounts and connections. NinjaTrader 8 has superb trading technology underlying its GUI. AFT8 plugs into this layer and uses direct method access into the API layers of the account and connection directly, using methods that bypass all the overhead of strategies, trade copiers, and even the best run-of-the-mill tools from the NT ecosystem. The result is that this avoids the typical foul-ups inside NT8. AFT8 uses advanced execution and asynchronous threading methods to avoid conflict and thread locks inside NT8, usually requiring a restart and even jammed-up positions that can only be resolved by using the NinjaTrader web, which we advise always to have on alongside NT8 in case of net or platform failure. We also recommend restarting NT8 every day to get data and start afresh for optimal trading and data.

AFT8 Optional Renewals

AFT8 is now older than one year, and some traders will need to renew to get the latest and greatest features. The AFT core features will still function for all in simulation and partial non-advanced features for live trading modes, but advanced modes and new features will not. This allows a win-win situation so traders get the best, and we can keep the lights on and deliver quality to keep increasing your edge. It is also optional, so AFT will still work, but to get the full gamut of advanced and new features, a renewal can be purchased when it suits. For full details, visit the main ATS website section Optional Annual Renewal.

AFT8 pending update news for 2024

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AFT8 v2024 update release is planned imminently, fingers crossed, in the next 1 to 2 weeks! As soon as it passes a long test of quality assurance, unit and system soak testing, and regression testing. This will include premium features such as trade plan goals and much more polished, slicker performance and usability features, with more to come in the following releases as outlined in the Discord trading groups.

Notice of Pending Changes and EULA

As preparation for the final cut of AFT8 for the public release core features, there is some foundational work and changes taking place, and some of the satellite apps as below:

Some traders are using AFT8 in full premium feature modes on different brokerages or mirroring to different platforms, taking advantage of all the features for personal financial gain, which is fantastic. However, for whatever reason, due to lack of clarity or system prompts, they have not purchased a license yet. So, AFT8’s next release will start enforcing fair usage and enforcing features to make it a win-win for all. Traders outside of the trial period will notice some changes, and traders who do not purchase the annual renewal will also notice changes and feature access:
All traders will notice a change for AFT.Desktop Popup EULA!

AFT Desktop/AFT8 EULA

AlgoFuturesTrader EULA

The AFT Desktop app will update on the next start and ask for the EULA to be agreed to:

NOTE: Pending EULA, all AFT8 local licenses are removed.

  • View EULA details: AFT 8 EULA
  • Simply read and agree or do not agree and uninstall AFT8.
  • Click the checkbox to agree.
  • AFT8 licenses will download.

AFT8 License Notice Popup Caveats

AFT8 License Notice
  • AFT8 may reload and not find the licenses pending the EULA agreement.
  • AFT8 will pop up a license message asking/informing about licenses.
  • When the EULA is agreed, licenses will download.
  • AFT8 will find the licenses after about 1 minute.
  • Or you can restart AFT8 to reload the licenses.

AFT8 License Features

FREE Forever for:

  • Sim/Replay/Backtest in Global Sim Mode – non-live account connections.
  • NT Brokerage Demo Mode trading.
  • Limited features, non-premium features for full automation
    • Manual entry and automated exits.

AFT8 Live License Required for:

  • Trade mirrors and bridges from Sim to live money trading in NT or other platforms.
  • Any demo account connection trading non-NT Brokerage Demo Mode.
  • Non-approved prop firm evaluation accounts.

Approved Prop Firms Evaluation Support

Premium Features Info

  • Premium features enforced.
  • Algo Controller fully auto features.
  • Renewals for lifetime.
  • AWT API Desktop Link.
  • Priority support.
  • VIP access.
  • + More TBD.

More Information

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In the past, we introduced a soft launch and licensing policy to ensure uninterrupted access to unlimited free trading and evaluation for all traders. The initial early bird phase has now concluded, and we are currently progressing through the final stages of the project rollout, enforcing the following policy for current features:

  • Live Trading Account or Prop Firm Live Money Account – License Required
    • Essentials Manual Entry – Automated Trade Management
    • Premium Hybrid Entry – Micro Futures
    • Ultimate Hybrid Entry – All Futures
  • 100% Free for Global Sim Mode:
    • Freemium – Access to All Futures and Features
    • Enjoy Unlimited Free Access to Sim Trading, Replay, and Backtest, Including Pending Strategies.
  • 100% Free for NinjaTrader Demo Account Mode
    • Available for Non-Prop Firm Demo Accounts.
  • 100% Free for Prop Firm Evaluation Demo Account:
    • AFT Limited Feature Access is Provided for Affiliated Prop Firms.
    • AFT Full Feature Access Requires a License. See Below.
  • 7-day Free Ultimate Trial – AFT + AWT Real-Time Full Features
    • Offered to All New Traders Participating in Our Comprehensive Training Program, from “Zero to Hero,” Spanning Stage 1 to Stage 4, with Guidance in Stage 5 Meeting Trading Goals and the Following Options:
      • Stay on the Sim for More Time Global Sim Mode On – 100% Free (No AWT Real-Time)
      • Extended Trial Access Quid Pro Quo – Review and Extend
      • Demo Account Evaluation Trading
        • Get Funded Free – Partial Features – (No Algo Controller, No AWT Real-Time)
        • Get Funded Accelerator – All Features – (Algo Controller + AWT Real-Time + VIP)
      • Live Trading or Live Prop Firm – Live License + VIP Group Access

View all products on ATS Main Website or for full details of AFT see the pricing comparison table below:

Price Comparison

AFT8 version 2023.7.21 service release

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AFT8 version 2023.7.21 is a service release for AFT8 version 2023.7.20.

Bug Fix for System.IO.FileNotFoundException

Error: System.IO.FileNotFoundException: Could not load file or assembly ‘System.Text.Json’.

The technical reason is that some PCs were lacking resources required for .NET Standard, so parts of 2023.7.20 had to be rolled back to use backwards-compatible .NET 4.8 serialization legacy technology, Newtonsoft.

Therefore, a missing file error was logged and prevented licensing from being read and applied. Error trace: Error: System.IO.FileNotFoundException: Could not load file or assembly ‘System.Text.Json, Version=7.0.0.0, Culture=neutral, PublicKeyToken=cc7b13ffcd2ddd51’ or one of its dependencies. The system cannot find the file specified.

Apologies to those affected. It was tested on various desktops and servers and only had issues on some, hence why it slipped through the net. Lesson learned and noted so we can avoid similar issues with modern and legacy technology.

Code and Workspaces Breaking Changes and Output Changes

  • Market Analyzer Column AFT Algo Signal Modes – now bitwise flags are used to allow multiple sets of signal indicators at the same time. Trade Signal Mode – 0: Off, 1: AFT001Algo-SignalsCombo, 2: AFT002Algo-SignalsGenerics, 4: AFT100-FibGrid, 8: AFT101-USAR, 16: AFT102-DynTrend, 1048576: SignalExec TestMode.
  • All errors and output can be found in the NinjaTrader 8\Trace folder.
AFT8 Update

We are forging ahead with our other technologies. We are at the cutting edge as it has proven reliable. .NET 7.0 and now .NET 8.0 are under scrutiny. We will be moving more modules to the cloud and modern desktop, mobile, and web technologies over the course of 2023 to 2024 to minimize the impact of technology and stay ahead of the curve of any changes.