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Sep 23, 202622 min read

How a C++ HFT System Reduced Actor Messaging From 3370ns to 30ns

A student-friendly explanation of fast_send, actor groups, thread handoffs, memory pools and why crossing a thread can dominate low-latency C++ messaging costs.

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Aug 21, 2026

Roadmap to Cracking HFT in 120 Days

A focused 120-day engineering roadmap for building the C++, systems, low-latency and trading knowledge needed to compete for HFT software roles.