• Registered: 2016-11-07
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Topic: How much time should you wait the generator?

Hello,
I wanted to ask the people who are more experienced with the software how much time do they set the generator to work?
I know that if we run the generator for days we will get a curv-fitted system (so it is said in the user guide).  So what is the optimal time for the generator to run?

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Re: How much time should you wait the generator?

I usually run the generator until I have to shut it off for some reason..... I have the time set for 10000.

For me, the generator creates ideas that I can use in further testing.

I do not worry about curve fitting when using the generator, there are other methods of preventing curve fitting besides limiting generator time. There are tools in the program to help detect curve fitting.

I use only two or three indicators when generating........ too many variables will result in the curve fitting you fear.

Just my opinion.

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  • Registered: 2016-11-07
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Re: How much time should you wait the generator?

Can you please tell me what you use to detect curve fitting? I am worried that if I run the generator for a long time it might curve fit. Thanks in advance.

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Re: How much time should you wait the generator?

Monte Carlo and Walk Forward do a great job

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