01
Entry rules
Define what must happen before a trade is allowed.
Trading Systems
Rule-Based Trading Systems
This is how I think about intraday trading before I automate anything: define the setup, protect the downside, journal the trade, and review the mistake.
strategy.rules
entry.confirmed = true
risk.daily_limit = locked
journal.required = true
02
Stop-loss logic
Place protection from structure, risk, and invalidation points.
03
Target logic
Predefine partials, target zones, and no-chase conditions.
04
Breakeven rules
Move risk only when the system says the trade has earned it.
05
Time-based rules
Stop trading around periods where the edge degrades.
06
Drawdown rules
Reduce size, stop for the day, or pause the system at defined limits.
07
Journaling
Record setup, execution, state, and review notes for every trade.
08
Execution safety
Prevent duplicate orders, stale orders, and unprotected positions.
Desk Map
From trade idea to review
Trade Idea
Written Rule
Simple Tool
Journal
Review
FAQ
Common questions
What is a rule-based trading system?
A rule-based trading system is a written process for entries, exits, stop loss, targets, risk limits, session rules, and review. The goal is cleaner execution, not prediction.
Why write trading rules before building automation?
Automation only helps when the rules are clear. Written trading rules make it easier to review mistakes, control risk, and avoid automating emotional decisions.
Does this include trading signals?
No. My Trading Desk does not sell signals or guaranteed-profit systems. The focus is rules, risk management, journal review, and execution process.