The Quants Starting Point

Are you looking to break into the tough but rewarding world of quantitative finance but feel overwhelmed by all the information out there? The huge amount of online resources can make it hard to know where to begin, what’s really worth your time, and what’s just a distraction.

The Quants Starting Point is exactly what you need.

I’ve carefully collected and organized a comprehensive list of the best, high-quality, and completely free online materials you need for a successful career in quant finance. This is more than just a list. It’s a clear, structured path that guides you from beginner to advanced across all the essential areas.

For just $1 you get:

• Hundreds of hours saved: No more endless searching or testing resources. I’ve done the hard work finding the most reputable and effective content.
• A clear learning roadmap: The playbook is divided into five key parts so you can navigate difficult topics step-by-step:
  • Part I: Mathematics – The foundation. Calculus, linear algebra, probability, differential equations, optimization, including advanced subjects like Malliavin calculus and stochastic differential equations.
  • Part II: Programming – The tools. Python, C++, Git, simulation, backtesting, with practical code examples and libraries.
  • Part III: Finance & Markets – The domain. Derivatives, fixed income, equities, market microstructure, risk-neutral valuation, corporate finance.
  • Part IV: Statistics & Machine Learning – The engine. Regression, time series, overfitting, clustering, probabilistic modeling, featuring key machine learning texts and frameworks.
  • Part V: Research – The practice. How to read academic papers, build simple models, debug, test hypotheses, and communicate results effectively.
• Every resource is chosen for its teaching quality and relevance to quant finance. The list includes materials from top universities like MIT, Harvard, and Stanford, famous educators such as 3Blue1Brown and Khan Academy, plus leading industry sources.
• Direct links to free content: All links lead straight to free courses, lecture notes, textbooks, and GitHub repos. No paywalls or hidden fees.
• Practical GitHub repositories: Access important open-source libraries and code projects to build real skills and hands-on experience.

Why pay $1 for free resources? Because your time is valuable. This playbook gives you clarity and direction, cutting through the noise so you can spend your energy on learning, not searching. It’s a small price for a big boost in your quant finance journey.

Stop waiting. Start unlocking your potential in quantitative finance today.