Svetlana
Head of Education
She leads education and onboarding, helping traders move from disconnected techniques to a system and bring their tools into a usable working setup. In the knowledge base, she is responsible for beginner materials: trading fundamentals, first steps on an exchange and reviews of common beginner mistakes.
Author materials
What Is That Line Moving Across the Chart? Moving Averages in TradingMoving averages are lines drawn over a chart that calculate the average price over a recent number of candles. They do not show the future: they smooth out minor fluctuations and make an established direction easier to see. The longer the period, the smoother the line and the later it turns. Below, we cover period selection, the difference between EMA and SMA, and the situations where a moving average is most likely to mislead.12 minOverbought and Oversold: Why an Extreme Reading Does Not Mean a ReversalOverbought and oversold are extreme oscillator readings relative to its own scale and selected period. They indicate unusually strong momentum, but they do not mark a reversal point. During an uptrend, price can remain overbought for a long time; during a downtrend, it can remain oversold. That is why traders first identify market direction, then wait for an exit from the zone or a price reaction before evaluating a trade.10 minTrading Indicators for Beginners: What to Add to a ChartTrading indicators are calculations based on past prices and volume, plotted on or below a chart. They do not predict the future; their job is to show what has already happened and filter out excess noise. Two are enough for a beginner: one tracks direction and the other looks for timing, while TradingView’s free plan allows only two indicator slots anyway. This guide covers five groups, where to start, and how to keep a chart from becoming cluttered.18 min
