Hello,
Since new optimizers caused a lot of interest but at the same time some
confusion here
is a short clarification / FAQ:
Q: What is the goal of using new optimizers ?
A: The goal is to shorten time required to find optimum parameter values
by using "smart" search algorithm instead of old, "exhaustive" (or
"brute-force") method.
----------
Q: What is the simplest way to use new optimizer ?
A: Just add one line to your code:
OptimizerSetEngine("cmae");
and run optimization (AmiBroker version 5.13.0 or above required).
----------
Q: Is the additional plug in a complete optimizer or, is it just a hook for
someone to add an external optimizer to it?
A: The plugins shipped in "Plugins" subfolder are fully functional/complete
optimizers. To use them just select the optimizer engine
using OptimizerSetEngine() function
OptimizerSetEngine("cmae"); // selects CMA-ES optimizer
..or..
OptimizerSetEngine("trib" ); // selects TRIBES optimizer
----------
Q: If it is a complete application why is it in ADK?
A: In addition to providing ready-to-use working optimizers, AmiBroker provides
also the INTERFACE to 3rd party optimizers.
To make it easy for 3rd parties to implement their own optimizers.
AmiBroker.com includes FULL SOURCE codes
to all optimizer engines released. That's why the BETAs come also with ADK
subfolder where source codes can be found.
-----------
Q: I am not a programmer. What is ADK for ?
A: ADK is for programmers only wanting to develop their own plugins. Inside
there are just C++ source code examples.
If you are regular user, you don't need ADK at all. You can delete that
subfolder, as it is not needed for operation of AmiBroker
and/or the optimizers
Best regards,
Tomasz Janeczko
amibroker.com
------------------------------------
Please note that this group is for discussion between users only.
To get support from AmiBroker please send an e-mail directly to
SUPPORT {at} amibroker.com
For NEW RELEASE ANNOUNCEMENTS and other news always check DEVLOG:
http://www.amibroker.com/devlog/
For other support material please check also:
http://www.amibroker.com/support.html
Yahoo! Groups Links
<*> To visit your group on the web, go to:
http://groups.yahoo.com/group/amibroker/
<*> Your email settings:
Individual Email | Traditional
<*> To change settings online go to:
http://groups.yahoo.com/group/amibroker/join
(Yahoo! ID required)
<*> To change settings via email:
mailto:[EMAIL PROTECTED]
mailto:[EMAIL PROTECTED]
<*> To unsubscribe from this group, send an email to:
[EMAIL PROTECTED]
<*> Your use of Yahoo! Groups is subject to:
http://docs.yahoo.com/info/terms/
