Crash Course
Options Crash Course
The fast-track version — everything you need to know about options in 10 short lessons. No fluff, just the essentials.
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1
What Are Options in 5 Minutes
The fastest possible introduction to options trading.
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2
The Only 4 Things You Need to Know
Strike, expiration, premium, direction — the essentials.
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3
Calls in 3 Minutes
Call options explained as simply as possible.
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4
Puts in 3 Minutes
Put options explained as simply as possible.
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5
Reading a Chain in 5 Minutes
How to read an option chain without getting overwhelmed.
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6
Greeks: Just the Essentials
Delta, theta, and the only Greeks you need right now.
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7
Your First Trade Walkthrough
Place your first trade step by step in under 10 minutes.
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8
How to Not Blow Up Your Account
The most important risk rules for brand-new traders.
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9
The 3 Strategies Every Beginner Should Know
Long calls, covered calls, and cash-secured puts — the starter kit.
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10
What to Learn Next
A roadmap for continuing your options education.
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