Introduction to the Strategy Builder
The Algo Architech Strategy Builder is a visual, no-code engine that lets you design, backtest, and deploy sophisticated algorithmic trading strategies — without writing a single line of code.
Every strategy you build follows a sequential 4-step process. This modular structure breaks down complex trading logic into manageable, intuitive steps.
The 4-Step Process
┌─────────────────┐ ┌─────────────────┐ ┌─────────────────┐ ┌─────────────────┐
│ Step 1 │ │ Step 2 │ │ Step 3 │ │ Step 4 │
│ TRIGGER RULES │ → │ POSITION │ → │ ADJUSTMENT │ → │ EXIT │
│ (Entry) │ │ BUILDER (Legs) │ │ RULES │ │ STRATEGY │
│ │ │ │ │ │ │ │
│ WHEN to enter │ │ WHAT to trade │ │ HOW to adapt │ │ WHEN to exit │
└─────────────────┘ └─────────────────┘ └─────────────────┘ └─────────────────┘Step 1: Trigger Rules (Entry Conditions)
Define the exact market conditions that must be met before the strategy enters a trade. Combine technical indicators, time windows, and directional filters using powerful AND/OR logic groups.
→ Learn more: Entry Conditions Overview
Step 2: Position Builder (Strategy Legs)
Configure what gets traded when a trigger fires. Build multi-leg options positions using pre-built templates (Bull Call Spread, Iron Condor, etc.) or fully custom configurations with dynamic strike selection.
→ Learn more: Position Builder Overview
Step 3: Adjustment Rules
Create rules that dynamically manage open positions when market conditions change. Monitor Options Greeks, indicator values, or historical signals to automatically roll, hedge, or close positions mid-flight.
→ Learn more: Adjustment Rules Overview
Step 4: Exit Strategy
Set your profit targets, stop-losses, and trailing stop-loss mechanisms. Choose between managing the entire portfolio as one unit (Net Mode) or micro-managing individual legs independently (Per-Leg Mode).
→ Learn more: Exit Strategy Overview
Global Strategy Settings
Before diving into the 4 steps, you’ll configure two global settings that apply to your entire strategy:
Strategy Type
| Type | Best For | Description |
|---|---|---|
| Directional | Trend-following strategies | Build separate rule branches for Buy and Sell signals. The engine evaluates each direction independently. |
| Neutral | Premium-selling, delta-neutral strategies | Deploy non-directional setups (e.g., Iron Condors, Short Straddles) where market direction is secondary. |
Default Timeframe
Set the base candlestick timeframe for all technical rules. Available timeframes:
1m · 3m · 5m · 10m · 15m · 30m · 1d
Multi-Timeframe Power — The default timeframe applies globally, but you can override it per indicator. This means a single strategy can evaluate a daily trend filter alongside a 1-minute precision entry — all running simultaneously.
What You’ll Build
By the end of this guide, you’ll understand how to:
- ✅ Create complex entry conditions with nested AND/OR logic
- ✅ Deploy multi-leg options strategies with 1-click templates
- ✅ Set up autonomous adjustment rules that hedge positions in real-time
- ✅ Configure advanced trailing stop-losses that lock in profits automatically
- ✅ Backtest your strategy against historical data before risking real capital
Next Steps
Ready to start building? Begin with understanding the two strategy types: