Igor ArapovProfessional Trader
Dear reader!
The purpose of this instructional guide is to introduce novice traders to the financial market. I have tried to compile the materials in a way that covers all the key topics popular at the moment and to gather everything in one place, so there is no need to search for information across many websites or books. I also approached the theory selectively, highlighting only the key trading topics, as the theory is very extensive. By key topics, I mean the information that I have actively used myself for many years and apply in practice.
In my videos on YouTube channel I mentioned that when I first started learning trading, there were few materials, and they were scattered, which complicated the learning process. That is why I considered it my contribution to development to create a small library where everyone interested in this topic could do it relatively simply and easily. There, I also prepared a playlist for studying separate trading topics in convenient videos.
In my videos on YouTube channel I mentioned that when I first started learning trading, there were few materials, and they were scattered, which complicated the learning process. That is why I considered it my contribution to development to create a small library where everyone interested in this topic could do it relatively simply and easily. There, I also prepared a playlist for studying separate trading topics in convenient videos.
"Success in the market is not the result of superhuman effort, but the consequence of a correct system. Every professional was once in your place, but stability was achieved by those who replaced emotional chaos with cold mathematics."I. Arapov
Over 13 years of experiencePracticing trader since 2013, author of a series of trading books with international ISBNs (Bowker USA)
Systematic TradingA systematic approach based on volume analysis, Wyckoff logic, and risk control
150+ educational articles
with practical recommendations
with practical recommendations
70+ Videos on YouTube
What is trading: in simple terms
Basics of Trading
Trading is the process of buying and selling financial assets with the goal of making a profit from the difference in prices. In practice, this may look like this: a trader buys an asset cheaper, waits for its value to increase, and sells it at a higher price. The difference between the purchase and sale price (taking commissions into account) is their profit.Company Stocks
Currency (Forex market)
Cryptocurrencies (Bitcoin, Ethereum, etc.)
Commodities (gold, oil, wheat)
Futures, options, indices and other instruments
Who is a trader?
A trader is a person who buys and sells financial instruments with the aim of making a profit. They analyze the market, forecast price changes, and make decisions: to buy, to sell, or to hold assets. Traders can work independently or as part of financial institutions—banks, hedge funds, investment, or brokerage companies.Thanks to the development of online exchanges, brokerage services, and trading platforms, practically everyone today can start trading in the financial market. All you need for this is a computer or a smartphone and Internet access.
Opportunities and Risks
Trading attracts with the opportunity to earn on financial markets. However, trading involves a high risk of losing funds and requires knowledge, discipline, and continuous development. Statistically, most beginners lose their funds within the first months of trading due to common mistakes.Reasons for losing the deposit:
Inexperience
Emotional decisions
Neglecting risks
The desire to get rich quick
To become a successful trader, you need to:
Constantly learn
Develop your own strategy
Have a clear risk management plan
Control emotions, especially fear and greed
How to start?
To start trading properly and avoid losing your funds, I recommend beginning with free trading theory. It covers all key sections needed for a confident start — from basic concepts to trading strategies.
All materials are openly available, with no hidden fees — learn at your own pace and master the market step by step. Each topic includes real examples and detailed explanations.
On the educational platform, you will find:All materials are openly available, with no hidden fees — learn at your own pace and master the market step by step. Each topic includes real examples and detailed explanations.
articles and video lessons with explanations
breakdowns of basic and advanced strategies
real trade examples
broker selection recommendations
explanations of terms and instruments
Most importantly — you will be able to master a trading strategy that will help you feel confident in the market and avoid the common mistakes most beginners make.
Trading is a full-fledged profession that requires effort, self-discipline, and analytical thinking. If you are willing to invest time and work on yourself — the financial market opens real opportunities for those who approach trading systematically.
Trading is a full-fledged profession that requires effort, self-discipline, and analytical thinking. If you are willing to invest time and work on yourself — the financial market opens real opportunities for those who approach trading systematically.