Getting Started with Delta Exchange API Copilot

Automating your trading strategies using APIs can significantly enhance your trading experience, but the initial learning curve can seem daunting. Delta Exchange's API Copilot simplifies this process, making API trading accessible to everyone, from beginners to seasoned developers. This guide will quickly get you started with API Copilot.

What is API Copilot?

API Copilot is an AI-powered chatbot specifically built to assist Delta Exchange users in navigating, understanding, and using Delta Exchange's trading APIs. Similar to ChatGPT, API Copilot offers real-time support, automatic code generation, code debugging, and immediate troubleshooting of API errors.

How to Enable API Copilot for your Delta Account?

Ensure you are logged in and if you cannot see API copilot under the algohub section then, create a new api key in your account under the API tab from the AlgoHub dropdown. Once you create a new api key , refresh the page. You will start to see API copilot under the Algohub section now

Step-by-Step Guide to Start Using API Copilot

Step 1: Access API Copilot

You can access API Copilot through three simple entry points:

• Main Navigation: Under the Algo dropdown menu, click "API Copilot Get AI help for algo trading."
  
  

• API Landing Page: Navigate to the dedicated API Copilot section highlighting its key functionalities.
  
  

• Post API-key Creation: After successfully creating an API key, click the small "Build with Delta AI" link.
  
  

Step 2: Start Interacting

Interact by asking specific queries, requesting code snippets, or pasting your existing code or errors.

Example queries:

• "How can I place a market order using the API?"
  
  

• "Generate Python code to connect via WebSocket."
  
  

• "Why am I getting an 'invalid API key' error?"
  
  

Step 3: Validate and Test Outputs

Always validate and test AI-generated code or solutions independently in a safe, sandbox environment before implementing them into live trading.

Practical Example: Creating an Automated Trading Script

Here's a quick practical scenario to demonstrate API Copilot’s capabilities:

1. Describe your strategy:
   
   

   • E.g., "Generate Python code to create a simple BTC futures trading bot that places a limit buy order when BTC price drops by 2% within an hour."
     
     

2. Review the generated code:
   
   

   • API Copilot instantly provides the code snippet based on your description.
     
     

3. Test and implement:
   
   

   • Copy the generated code.
     
     

   • Validate the snippet carefully in your development environment.
     
     

   • Deploy the strategy when ready.
     
     

Best Practices

• Clearly describe your requests to get precise results.
  
  

• Regularly test generated outputs thoroughly.
  
  

• Utilize API Copilot as a learning tool to familiarize yourself with API concepts and trading automation.
  
  

Limitations

• API Copilot does not execute or test your code.
  
  

• It does not offer real-time trade monitoring.
  
  

• All outputs must be independently validated.
  
  

Continuous Improvement

Your feedback helps us improve API Copilot continuously. Use the feedback mechanism (upvotes/downvotes) to rate your experience and suggest improvements.

Ready to simplify and enhance your API trading journey? Start using API Copilot today!