Svetlana Lavrova
Head of training
Svetlana leads Midas training and has worked with the project since autumn 2024. She runs practical sessions, including Zoom classes, and explains orders, risk, stop placement, margin and position sizing. Her focus includes futures and the practical setup of Midas tools. Her materials connect trading terminology with actions a learner can perform and check on a platform.
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
