Share New Research 
Hello,
I need to know how to get the current datetime when u schedule a event every week on the history data.
Something like this:
self.Schedule.On(self.DateRules.Every(DayOfWeek.Monday), self.TimeRules.At(2, 0), Action(self.WeeklyObserve))
And the Scheduled event:
def WeeklyObserve(self):
start_date = datetime.today() - timedelta(days=7)
end_date = datetime.today() - timedelta(days=5)
I wanna get the starting and ending date of last week.
Do someone know how to achive this?
Rahul Chowdhury
Hey Pierre,
Instead of datetime.today() which returns the system datetime. Use self.Time, which returns the historical datetime for the algorithm.
So,
start_time = self.Time - timedelta(days = 7) end_time = self.Time - timedelta(days = 5)Best
Rahul
Pierre Pohly
The material on this website is provided for informational purposes only and does not constitute an offer to sell, a solicitation to buy, or a recommendation or endorsement for any security or strategy, nor does it constitute an offer to provide investment advisory services by QuantConnect. In addition, the material offers no opinion with respect to the suitability of any security or specific investment. QuantConnect makes no guarantees as to the accuracy or completeness of the views expressed in the website. The views are subject to change, and may have become unreliable for various reasons, including changes in market conditions or economic circumstances. All investments involve risk, including loss of principal. You should consult with an investment professional before making any investment decisions.
To unlock posting to the community forums please complete at least 30% of Boot Camp.
You can continue your Boot Camp training progress from the terminal. We hope to see you in the community soon!