Part 1: Quick Start
The goal of this stage: Establish a global perspective first. Understand who the players are in the quantitative world, what strategies exist, why multi-agent architecture is needed, and where this book focuses.
Lessons
| Lesson | Topic | Deliverables |
|---|---|---|
| Lesson 01 | The Complete Landscape of Quantitative Trading | Global perspective + Multi-agent intuition |
Background Knowledge
Before starting, it's recommended to browse these background materials:
| Document | Description | Suggested Reading Time |
|---|---|---|
| Alpha and Beta | The core objective of quantitative trading: capturing excess returns | 10 minutes |
| Top Quantitative Hedge Funds | See how top institutions operate | 15 minutes |
| Famous Quantitative Disasters | Lessons from history: why risk control has veto power | 15 minutes |
| US vs China Market Differences | Different rules across different markets | 10 minutes |
| Recommended Reading List | Recommended resources for systematic learning | 5 minutes |
After Completing This Stage
You will be able to:
- ✅ Understand the three tiers of quantitative trading: HFT, institutional, individual
- ✅ Know the six major strategy types and their applicable scenarios
- ✅ Understand why a single model isn't enough and why multi-agent architecture is needed
- ✅ Know the positioning and learning roadmap of this book
Next Stage
→ Part 2: Quant Fundamentals - Build a solid foundation in finance, mathematics, and data