# Qlib Backtester

> Execute rigorous backtesting on alpha factors using Qlib.

- Skill: `knuckles-team/qlib-backtester` (Agent Skill)
- Install (CLI): `npx skillmds@latest add knuckles-team/qlib-backtester`
- Raw SKILL.md: https://api.skillmd.com/api/skills/knuckles-team/qlib-backtester/raw
- Safety review: pending
- Works with: Claude Code, Claude.ai, OpenAI Codex
- Category: Coding & Dev Tools
- Author: Knuckles-Team (https://skillmd.com/u/knuckles-team)
- Updated: 2026-09-17
- Page: https://skillmd.com/skills/knuckles-team/qlib-backtester

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# Qlib Backtester Skill

Use this skill to submit an `evaluate_alpha` action via `graph_analyze` or `run_qlib_backtest` via `graph_orchestrate`.

## Workflow
1. Receive hypothesis and alpha signals.
2. Formulate Qlib dataset configuration.
3. Submit backtesting request.
4. Extract performance metrics (Sharpe Ratio, IC, Return).
5. Update Knowledge Graph with `BacktestResult` connected to the Alpha factor.