Thread: Best platform to create custom indicators

What about less famous platforms like MultiCharts or MotiveWave? Has anyone worked with those? I would like to hear first-hand experiences, not Google summaries.

MultiCharts is excellent if you come from Tradestation, almost the same but improved. The problem is that the license costs like a kidney and part of the other.

Theme costs: I prefer to invest in something worthwhile to lose money for lack of tools... But I don't want to end up using a Ferrari to sell ice cream on the beach either.

If you really want to balance between ease, flexibility and price, cTrader + cSomething is one of the best combinations. Yes, you have to write C#. If you don't get along with that, forget it.

Thanks to everyone who has contributed. I think I�m going to give TradingView a chance to start and later, if things are serious, I�ll jump to NinjaTrader or cTrader. I�ll tell you how I�m doing!

After analyzing several platforms, I want to share a reflection on why choosing correctly is more important than many believe. It's not just about "where I can trade" but about "how I maximize my evolution as a trader." The tools we use not only affect the results, but also the learning process. Choosing the right platform can save you years of frustrations or can condemn you to repeat the same mistakes without understanding why. First, let's talk about accessibility. If a platform does not allow you to easily experiment, create prototypes of ideas or visualize your mistakes, it is limiting your development. TradingView highlights here, because it makes it easier for even a novice to start creating without getting lost in technical mazes. But eye: ease can lead you to superficiality if you don't accompany it with serious methodology. Second, the ability to automate. Although many we start operating manually, over time you will realize that automating your clear rules is a natural evolution. Platforms like NinjaTrader or cTrader will prepare you for this next level, but they require a more steep learning curve. Skip this just because "looks difficult" is an error that I have seen to be a third year.

Very good summary, thank you for sharing this comprehensive reflection!

I don't entirely agree, I think you overvalue the platform issue.

Excellent contribution, especially about treating trading as a business. Many people don�t understand that.

Thank you for writing something that goes beyond the typical "use what you like." You can tell that you speak from experience.