MQL5-Google-Onedrive/RELEASE_NOTES_v1.21.0.md

Release v1.21.0 Summary

Overview

This document summarizes the first official release (v1.21.0) of the MQL5 SMC + Trend Breakout Trading System.

Release Date

February 4, 2026

What's New in This Release

Release Infrastructure

This is the first versioned release with comprehensive release management:

• Automated Release Workflow: GitHub Actions workflow that automatically:

  • Validates repository structure
  • Runs all tests
  • Packages MT5 files
  • Builds Docker images
  • Creates GitHub releases with assets
  • Generates checksums for verification

• Release Documentation: Complete documentation for:

  • Release process and procedures
  • Version numbering (Semantic Versioning)
  • Release checklist template
  • Rollback procedures
  • Hotfix process

• Changelog: Comprehensive CHANGELOG.md documenting all features, changes, and version history

• Release Tools: Automated release preparation script that:

  • Checks prerequisites
  • Validates repository
  • Runs all tests
  • Packages files
  • Creates tags
  • Provides interactive menu or command-line options

System Features (v1.21.0)

Trading System

• SMC Indicator: Break of Structure (BOS) and Change of Character (CHoCH) detection
• Donchian Breakout: Trend breakout strategy with configurable lookback
• Multi-Timeframe Confirmation: Lower timeframe EMA validation
• Expert Advisor: Automated trading with multiple risk management modes
• AI Integration: Gemini and Jules AI for trade confirmation
• ZOLO Bridge: External plugin integration via HTTP

Automation

• Cross-Platform Startup: Windows, Linux, and WSL support
• Process Management: Monitoring and logging
• Scheduled Tasks: Windows Task Scheduler and Linux systemd/cron
• Market Research: Automated AI-powered market analysis

Deployment

• Cloud Platforms: Render, Railway, Fly.io support
• Docker: Multi-architecture images (amd64, arm64)
• VPS: Automated update scripts
• OneDrive Sync: Automated synchronization via rclone

Development

• CI/CD: GitHub Actions workflows for validation and deployment
• Auto-merge: Label-driven PR auto-merge
• Repository Validation: Automated structure and code checks
• Package Building: Automated MT5 file packaging

Installation

From GitHub Release

# Download release package
wget https://github.com/A6-9V/MQL5-Google-Onedrive/releases/download/v1.21.0/Exness_MT5_MQL5.zip

# Verify checksum
wget https://github.com/A6-9V/MQL5-Google-Onedrive/releases/download/v1.21.0/Exness_MT5_MQL5.zip.sha256
sha256sum -c Exness_MT5_MQL5.zip.sha256

# Extract to MT5 data folder
unzip Exness_MT5_MQL5.zip -d /path/to/MT5/Data/Folder/

# Open MetaEditor in MT5 (F4) and compile all files

Using Docker

# Pull the release image
docker pull ghcr.io/a6-9v/mql5-google-onedrive:v1.21.0

# Run the container
docker run -d \
  --name mql5-trading \
  -v /path/to/config:/app/config \
  ghcr.io/a6-9v/mql5-google-onedrive:v1.21.0

From Repository

# Clone the repository
git clone https://github.com/A6-9V/MQL5-Google-Onedrive.git
cd MQL5-Google-Onedrive

# Checkout the release tag
git checkout v1.21.0

# Package MT5 files
bash scripts/package_mt5.sh

# Deploy to MT5
bash scripts/deploy_mt5.sh /path/to/MT5/Data/Folder/

Files Included

MT5 Files (Exness_MT5_MQL5.zip)

• SMC_TrendBreakout_MTF.mq5 - Main indicator
• SMC_TrendBreakout_MTF_EA.mq5 - Expert Advisor
• AiAssistant.mqh - AI integration library
• ZoloBridge.mqh - External bridge library
• ManagePositions.mqh - Position management library
• Multiple MAPSAR Expert Advisors
• EXNESS GenX Trader EA

Release Assets

• Exness_MT5_MQL5.zip - Complete MT5 source package (32KB)
• Exness_MT5_MQL5.zip.sha256 - SHA256 checksum
• Docker images in GitHub Container Registry

System Requirements

For MT5 Desktop

• MetaTrader 5 Desktop (Exness or other broker)
• Windows 10/11 or compatible OS
• Note: Custom indicators/EAs not supported on Web Terminal

For Automation (Optional)

• Python 3.x
• Bash (Linux/WSL) or PowerShell (Windows)
• Optional: Docker for containerized deployment
• Optional: GitHub CLI for automated operations

Configuration

Basic Setup

1. Copy MT5 files to data folder
2. Compile in MetaEditor
3. Attach indicator/EA to chart
4. Configure input parameters

AI Integration (Optional)

1. Get API keys from Gemini/Jules
2. Configure MT5 WebRequest for AI endpoints
3. Enable AI filter in EA parameters
4. Enter API keys

Automation (Optional)

1. Configure config/startup_config.json
2. Set up environment variables in .env
3. Run startup script for your platform
4. Optional: Configure auto-start on boot

Documentation

All documentation is available in the repository:

• Full Documentation Index
• Release Process
• Setup & Deployment Guide
• Startup Automation Guide
• Cloud Deployment Guide
• CHANGELOG

Support

• Repository: https://github.com/A6-9V/MQL5-Google-Onedrive
• Issues: https://github.com/A6-9V/MQL5-Google-Onedrive/issues
• Discussions: https://github.com/A6-9V/MQL5-Google-Onedrive/discussions
• WhatsApp Community: https://chat.whatsapp.com/DYemXrBnMD63K55bjUMKYF

Testing

All components have been tested:

• ✅ Repository validation passes
• ✅ Shell scripts validated
• ✅ MT5 files compile successfully
• ✅ Package creation works
• ✅ Automation tests pass
• ✅ Docker builds successfully
• ✅ CI/CD workflows functional

Security

• No hardcoded credentials
• API keys via environment variables
• GitHub Secrets integration
• Secrets template provided
• Regular security validation

Known Limitations

• Custom indicators/EAs not supported on MT5 Web Terminal (Desktop required)
• AI features require API keys (not included)
• Cloud deployment requires platform accounts
• Some automation features are platform-specific

Future Roadmap

See CHANGELOG.md for planned features:

• Backtesting optimization tools
• Additional AI provider integrations
• Real-time market sentiment analysis
• Performance analytics dashboard
• Mobile app integration

License

See LICENSE file in repository.

Contributors

• Development: LengKundee
• AI Assistant: Jules
• Repository: A6-9V

Acknowledgments

• MetaQuotes for MetaTrader 5 platform
• Google for Gemini AI
• Jules AI for market research capabilities
• GitHub for hosting and CI/CD
• All contributors and testers

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Release v1.21.0 - The foundation for automated, AI-powered trading with comprehensive deployment options.