1 Investing smart
This chapter covers
- A simplified model of the financial market and securities
- An overview of investment strategies
- Potential advantages and traits of programmers for investing
For many, money is the gateway to freedom—freedom to live the life we want or to escape the daily grind of earning it. While a sound investment strategy can grow our wealth, the idea of diving into the financial world can feel daunting. For many, opening a brokerage account feels like stepping into an alien landscape with unfamiliar rules. The horror stories of bold decisions gone wrong and the skepticism toward commission-hungry financial advisors don’t help. Sometimes, even a trip to Las Vegas feels like a better deal—you might lose the same amount, but at least you’ll enjoy the ride.
This book is here to change that. It’s designed to help you craft an investment strategy tailored to your risk appetite and financial goals. And it’s written specifically for programmers, who, as you’ll discover, possess a unique skill set that makes them well-suited for mastering the art of investing. But before we connect the dots between coding and compounding, we’ll start with the foundations. Let’s dive in.