Artificial intelligence and algorithmic trading can sound like mysterious, high-tech shortcuts to wealth. The truth is far more interesting — and far more honest. AI Trading for Beginners strips away the marketing fluff and gives you a clear, realistic view of how these systems actually work. You will learn what AI can and cannot do in financial markets, how automated strategies are built and tested, and why most algorithmic traders lose money. This book guides you through the essential steps: gathering and preparing data, designing a simple trading bot, backtesting without fooling yourself, and managing risk so you don't blow up your account. You will also explore basic machine learning techniques applied to market data, understand the dangers of overfitting and leverage, and discover how to evaluate performance honestly. Every chapter emphasizes that there are no guaranteed returns — only tools, probabilities, and your own discipline. Whether you are curious about coding your first bot or just want to understand the AI trading landscape, this practical, no-nonsense guide will help you separate reality from fantasy. Part of The AI Trading Library.