Why is safeBuffer important?

The safeBuffer setting reserves a portion of your exchange API quota to ensure that MagicTradeBot does not accidentally exceed the allowed request limits.

It acts as a safety margin for handling unexpected spikes in API usage.

⚙️ How It Works

  • Example configuration:
maxRequestsPerSecond: 10
safeBuffer: 0.2  # use only 80% of allowed requests
  • Calculation:
Effective request rate = maxRequestsPerSecond × (1 - safeBuffer)
                       = 10 × (1 - 0.2) 
                       = 8 requests/sec
  • This means the bot will only use 8 of the 10 allowed requests per second, leaving a buffer for sudden bursts.

⚖️ Why It Matters

  1. Absorbs traffic spikes

    • Sudden bursts of signal processing or data fetches won’t exceed exchange limits.

  2. Prevents accidental rate-limit violations

    • Avoids temporary bans or throttling by the exchange.

  3. Improves long-term account safety

    • Reduces risk of penalties from repeated API overuse
    • Ensures stable operation for continuous trading

🚀 Summary

safeBuffer is a proactive safety measure that:

  • Reserves part of your API quota
  • Absorbs unexpected traffic spikes
  • Prevents rate-limit violations
  • Protects the account for long-term stable trading

It ensures the bot operates efficiently and safely without risking exchange restrictions.

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