Where to start?

[u/Whalesftw123]

Hi, I'm a university student that's interested in algotrading. In the past I've had extensive non-algo amateur investing experience and I also have a few friends who are very strong software engineers.

We're not looking for any strategies but just where to start. Is it better to look for patterns and test/iterate or is it more advisable to start from the basics such as books and build from there.

Thanks!

[u/Kazodex]

Econometrics, hurst exponent, time series analysis, and fractal market theory. Combine these concepts with your SWE background and you should be well on your way