What is Algo Trading?

Category: Algorithmic Trading | Published on: February 21, 2026

Algorithmic trading (Algo Trading) is a method of trading where computer programs automatically execute buy and sell orders based on predefined rules and strategies. These rules can be based on price, time, indicators, or mathematical models.

Instead of manually placing trades, an algorithm monitors the market continuously and executes trades instantly when conditions are met — eliminating emotions, increasing speed, and improving accuracy.

👉 In simple words:

“You define the strategy → System executes the trade automatically.”

💡 Why Algo Trading is Powerful?

⚡ Ultra-fast execution (milliseconds)
🧠 Zero emotional trading (no fear/greed)
📊 Backtesting on historical data
🔁 Ability to run multiple strategies simultaneously
📉 Better risk management

🧠 Build Your Own Strategy with Rattle (Rook Capital)

At Rattle – Rook Capital Algo Desk, we don’t just give tools —

we help you build powerful, custom-made trading systems.

🔗 Start here: https://rattle.rookcapital.in/

🔧 What You Can Do on Rattle:

✅ 1. Custom Strategy Builder

Build complex multi-leg strategies
Use indicators, logic, conditions, and automation
Fully customizable for your trading style

✅ 2. Ready-Made Strategies

Start instantly with pre-built profitable strategies
No coding required
Plug & play execution

✅ 3. Paper Trading Mode

Test your strategy without risking real money
Simulate real market conditions
Perfect for beginners & validation

✅ 4. Risk Control Settings

Set Max Profit (Target)
Set Max Loss (Stop Loss)
Control capital exposure & trade size

✅ 5. Live Algo Execution

Connect with brokers
Run strategies automatically in real-time
Monitor MTM, orders, and performance

🎯 Why Choose Rattle?

💻 Built for serious traders & algo developers
🔌 Multi-broker integration (Kotak, Upstox, Dhan etc.) (perfect for your current backend work 😉)
📡 Real-time data + execution engine
📈 Scalable for beginners → advanced quants