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My first algorithm

So, this is fun. I should probably learn how actual trading works.

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Welcome to Quantopian. The neat thing about your first algorithm is that it is unconstrained by reality =) I don't know if you realize it, but you borrowed $160 million to get that result!

I made two quick-and-dirty changes. First, I used record to graph your cash. Second, I put in some logic to keep you from ordering if you were already negative cash. The version below only borrows $1100.

Happy coding!

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Yeah, I assumed that was what was going on. I'll get more familiar with the API before writing more algorithms. Thanks for the help! :)