API Analyzer
API Analyzer
OpenAlgo API Analyzer Documentation
The OpenAlgo API Analyzer is a versatile tool designed to assist both traders and developers in testing, validating, and monitoring their trading integrations seamlessly and in real-time.
For Traders
Key Features
Real-Time Order Validation
Test orders without triggering actual execution
Receive instant feedback on order parameters
Validate trading strategies before deploying them live
Order Monitoring
Get a real-time view of all order requests
Track modifications and cancellations in real-time
Monitor position closures effectively
Strategy Management
Group and track orders by strategy name
Simultaneously monitor multiple strategies
Analyze and compare strategy performance metrics
Risk Management
Verify order parameters prior to execution
Check position sizes, quantities, and limits
Ensure price triggers and conditions meet expectations
Notifications
Instant visual and sound alerts for key actions
Clear feedback for successes and errors
Simplify tracking with real-time notifications
Benefits for Traders
Risk Reduction
Safely test strategies without financial exposure
Catch and correct errors before execution
Minimize trading-related risks
Strategy Optimization
Refine trading parameters with confidence
Experiment with different order types
Optimize the efficiency of position sizing
Operational Efficiency
Quickly validate trading concepts and ideas
Monitor multiple strategies effortlessly
Gain real-time insights into order statuses
Cost Savings
Prevent costly trading errors
Use the analyzer for strategy testing without incurring brokerage fees
Optimize overall trading expenses
For Developers
Technical Features
API Testing Environment
Test API endpoints in a sandbox mode
Validate request and response formats
Debug integration issues with ease
Request Validation
Automatic checks for parameter accuracy
Verify symbol compatibility with exchanges
Ensure price and quantity values comply with requirements
Response Analysis
Inspect detailed API responses
Analyze error messages for troubleshooting
Verify HTTP status codes and response structures
Real-Time Monitoring
Use WebSocket connections for live event tracking
Log all requests and responses for analysis
Monitor API performance metrics in real-time
Debug Tools
View complete request details
Inspect comprehensive response data
Track API call sequences and timing
Supported API Endpoints
The API Analyzer supports testing for the following endpoints:
Place Order - Test order placement with various parameters
Place Smart Order - Validate smart order configurations
Modify Order - Test order modification scenarios
Cancel Order - Verify order cancellation logic
Cancel All Orders - Test bulk order cancellation
Close Position - Validate position closure mechanisms
Validation Rules
The API Analyzer automatically validates:
Required Fields - Ensures all mandatory parameters are present
Data Types - Validates correct data type usage
Value Ranges - Verifies values are within acceptable limits
Symbol Existence - Checks if symbols are valid and tradable
Exchange Compatibility - Ensures symbols match the specified exchange
Event System
Real-time monitoring through:
WebSocket Events - Live updates on order activities
Order Status Updates - Immediate notification of status changes
Error Notifications - Instant alerts for issues or failures
System Alerts - Important system-level messages
Integration Benefits
Faster Development
Quick API testing without live trading
Instant feedback on integration code
Easy debugging with detailed logs
Code Quality
Validate integration logic thoroughly
Catch errors early in development
Ensure proper error handling mechanisms
Documentation
Access example requests and responses
Study error scenarios and solutions
Learn integration patterns and best practices
Maintenance
Track API usage patterns
Monitor performance metrics
Debug issues efficiently
Best Practices
Testing
Always test new strategies in analyzer mode first before going live
Validate all parameters thoroughly before enabling live trading
Test edge cases and error scenarios to ensure robust integration
Monitoring
Regularly check analyzer logs for any anomalies
Monitor error rates to identify potential issues
Track strategy performance to optimize trading logic
Integration
Implement proper error handling for all API calls
Use retry logic for transient failures
Respect API rate limits to avoid throttling
Security
Keep API keys secure and never expose them in logs
Use environment variables for sensitive configuration
Regularly rotate credentials for enhanced security
Getting Started
Enabling API Analyzer Mode
Navigate to OpenAlgo Settings
Toggle the "API Analyzer Mode" switch to ON
The interface will switch to Garden theme to indicate analyzer mode is active
All API calls will now be processed in test mode without live execution
Using the Analyzer
Place Test Orders - Use your existing API integration or trading application
Monitor Requests - View real-time order requests in the analyzer dashboard
Review Responses - Check API responses and validation results
Analyze Performance - Track strategy metrics and order flow
Switching Back to Live Mode
Navigate to OpenAlgo Settings
Toggle the "API Analyzer Mode" switch to OFF
The interface will revert to default theme
All subsequent API calls will execute live orders
Support
For technical support or feature requests:
GitHub Issues - Report bugs and request features at OpenAlgo Repository
Community Support - Join discussions and get help from the community
Documentation - Access comprehensive guides at docs.openalgo.in
Note: The API Analyzer is designed for testing and validation purposes. For complete trading simulation with virtual capital, margin tracking, and position management, see the Sandbox Mode documentation.
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