Getting Started with the CQG API
The CQG API is geared toward customers interested in enhancing their own trusted set of trading tools with CQG's data feed and order routing services. It helps traders' powerful tools become even more effective. The CQG API can be used for:
- Microsoft Excel models
- External analytics
- Automated trading
- Third-party applications
- Web sites
Answers to many questions about the CQG API can be found on CQG API Frequently Asked Questions. For additional assistance, e-mail apisupt@cqg.com.
For a detailed description of the CQG API's objects, interfaces, or symbology, review the CQG API Technical Documentation or view the Symbology for CQG Messaging Protocols Flyer.
CQG API Samples
Any programming language that supports COM automation technology may be used for development.
Samples of how to use the CQG API are provided for C#, C++, MatLab, Microsoft Excel VBA, and Visual Basic 6.0.
CQG’s API is based on Microsoft COM server technology. Only Microsoft XP and Vista are supported. When using a 64-bit OS, the application using the CQG API must be compiled as a 32-bit application.
CQG API Templates
CQG has crafted a series of templates that provide a framework to help accelerate customers’ application development.
CQG API Partners
Several third-party API partners use the CQG API in support of their applications. CQG development partners are available to assist customers who would like development assistance.