Mohit Avadhanula on Building Trading Bots and the Future of Fintech | Modern Investing Podcast

Message the HostIn this episode, we speak with Mohit Avadhanula—a rising fintech innovator, programmer, and former Sidepocket intern—about how technology is reshaping the future of investing. Mohit shares his early journey into financial markets, beginning with his first brokerage account in college and evolving into the development of an automated options trading bot driven by technical indicators like moving averages and RSI.His story offers a compelling look at how combining programming skills with financial strategy can empower individuals to manage risk, reduce emotional bias, and automate success.Tune in to hear:How Mohit built a rule-based bot for options tradingWhat he learned at Sidepocket about tactical asset allocation and managing drawdownsWhy automation is key to reducing emotional investing decisionsHow technology is enabling new investors to access sophisticated tools previously reserved for professionalsWhat’s next in fintech for curious minds looking to build, trade, and grow“Finance isn’t just about money anymore—it’s about code, strategy, and staying curious.”Whether you’re a student, developer, or investor curious about the intersection of tech and finance, Mohit’s journey offers powerful takeaways for mastering modern investing.About Mohit Avadhanula: Mohit Avadhanula is a programmer, fintech enthusiast, and former intern at Sidepocket. While still in college, Mohit combined his love for finance and technology to build an automated trading bot, leveraging technical indicators to optimize options strategies. His time at Sidepocket deepened his understanding of tactical asset allocation and sparked his mission to democratize sophisticated investing tools through automation and smart software.Click Here to Check Out Our Upcoming Online Investing EventsAbout Sidepocket:If you don't have the time to professionally trade and are tired of being at the whim of the market's ups and downs, consider using Sidepocket to automate investing.Sidepocket monitors the markets 24/7 and automatically rebalances your holdings each month. To maximize returns while protecting against loss. That's why Sidepocket applies sophisticated quantitative methods, including tactical asset allocation to systematically minimize these drawdowns and consistently protect and grow your hard earned savings.To learn more, visit www.sidepocket.com