Forex Trading Learning Checklist
Stage 1: Learn the Basics
[ ] Complete Babypips School of Pipsology (Beginner & Intermediate)
[ ] Understand currency pairs and forex market structure
[ ] Learn how to calculate pips, lots, and leverage
[ ] Study trading sessions (London, New York, Asian)
Stage 2: Set Up Your Trading Tools
[ ] Download MT4/MT5 or cTrader
[ ] Open a demo account with a reliable broker
[ ] Practice placing demo trades (buy, sell, stop-loss, take-profit)
[ ] Explore basic platform features (indicators, timeframes, chart types)
Stage 3: Learn Analysis Methods - Technical
[ ] Identify support and resistance levels
[ ] Study candlestick patterns (e.g., engulfing, doji)
[ ] Learn key indicators (RSI, MACD, moving averages)
[ ] Practice using trendlines and Fibonacci tools
Stage 3: Learn Analysis Methods - Fundamental
[ ] Learn how interest rates and news affect forex
[ ] Use an economic calendar (Forex Factory, Myfxbook)
[ ] Monitor 2-3 major central banks (Fed, ECB, BOE)
Stage 4: Master Risk Management & Psychology
[ ] Understand position sizing and risk-per-trade (1-2%)
[ ] Learn about risk-to-reward ratios
[ ] Read about trading psychology (Trading in the Zone)
[ ] Practice emotional control and patience during demo trades
Stage 5: Build and Test a Strategy
[ ] Choose a trading style (scalping/day/swing)
Forex Trading Learning Checklist
[ ] Define entry and exit rules
[ ] Backtest strategy on historical charts
[ ] Paper trade or forward test on demo for 1 month minimum
Stage 6: Journal Your Trades
[ ] Create a simple trading journal (Excel, Notion, or app)
[ ] Track: pair, entry/exit, SL/TP, lot size, reason, outcome
[ ] Analyze journal weekly for patterns
Stage 7: Go Live with Real Money
[ ] Fund a small live account (e.g., $100-$500)
[ ] Start with micro or nano lot sizes
[ ] Stick strictly to your strategy
[ ] Review and improve based on live experience