Automated trading bots promise to conquer crypto’s relentless, round-the-clock markets – but the reality is far more complex. In this practical guide, Victor Adeyemi Sloane strips away the hype and gets down to what truly works: building, testing, and managing bots that respect your risk tolerance and goals. Drawing on years of realmarket experience, this book walks you through every critical step – from choosing a secure exchange and understanding API risk, to designing strategies that survive brutal drawdowns and avoiding the countless scams that prey on inexperience. You’ll learn why most algorithmic traders lose money, how to backtest honestly without fooling yourself, and when it’s smarter to walk away. Whether you’re a curious developer or a seasoned investor wanting to automate a slice of your portfolio, this playbook gives you the tools to think critically, act responsibly, and protect your capital. No guaranteed returns. No get-rich-quick gimmicks. Just clear, cautious instruction for a dangerous but fascinating market. Part of The AI Crypto Library.