Implementing MetaTrader 5 in Docker: Unlocking New Online Trading Possibilities

In the dynamic world of online trading, a robust, adaptable, and efficient trading platform is a foundation for success. As the architects behind SmartBots, we envisioned a platform that works with any operating system, is microservices-focused, scalable, and ready to run with a single command. To meet these ambitious objectives, we decided that all services should be Dockerized. However, we faced a stumbling block: what to do with programs or services that depend on Windows?

Fortunately, we found a solution to this problem: the integration of MetaTrader 5 (MT5) with Docker, a powerful combination that we will explore in this article. MT5 is a potent online trading application that offers lots of features that assist in various trading activities like forex, futures, and more. Docker, on the other hand, is a popular open-source platform that allows developers to automate the deployment, scaling, and management of applications.

By integrating MT5 and Docker, we can get around the limitations of traditional trading setups, creating a system that is significantly more flexible and efficient. In this guide, we will walk you through the process of setting up MetaTrader 5 in a Docker container. You will learn how to make it accessible via Virtual Network Computing (VNC), a tool that allows…