Thank for the warning, but a little common sense can go a long way.
Say X_Stranger sends you live calls, it does not take a degree in statistics to notice if the person has an edge or not, if he or she does you follow, otherwise, you ditch.
I've read technical books, several actually, zero edge found, no substantial gains made.
Have read thousands of posts in ET, same fate, too much ambiguity and nothing concrete.
I would love to learn how to fish, but who's teaching ? and most important, with what motives?
In the meantime, as I learn or continue to dream about learning, I can be amused and even make a buck from seasoned traders willing to throw a bone, so far I've gotten two very good calls, no harm done.
Yep, I find it amusing too, am just waiting for another 20,000 new traders to show up and I will never wonder where my profits come.
Thank you for your post, and best wishes.