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data/src/brokers/interactive_brokers.rs

@@ -40,24 +40,105 @@ use common::{
     OrderSide, OrderType, OrderStatus, Symbol, Quantity, Price, HftTimestamp, OrderId, Position, Order, TimeInForce
 };
 
-/// Interactive Brokers configuration
+/// Interactive Brokers TWS/Gateway connection configuration.
+///
+/// Contains all parameters needed to connect to Interactive Brokers
+/// Trader Workstation (TWS) or IB Gateway, including network settings,
+/// authentication, and operational parameters.
+///
+/// # TWS vs Gateway
+///
+/// - **TWS**: Full trading platform with GUI (ports 7496/7497)
+/// - **Gateway**: Headless API server (port 4001)
+/// - **Paper Trading**: Use port 7497 for simulated trading
+/// - **Live Trading**: Use port 7496 for real money trading
+///
+/// # Environment Variables
+///
+/// Configuration can be set via environment variables:
+/// - `IB_TWS_HOST`: TWS/Gateway hostname (default: "127.0.0.1")
+/// - `IB_TWS_PORT`: TWS/Gateway port (default: 7497)
+/// - `IB_CLIENT_ID`: Client identifier (default: 1)
+/// - `IB_ACCOUNT_ID`: Trading account ID (default: "DU123456")
+///
+/// # Examples
+///
+/// ```rust
+/// use data::brokers::interactive_brokers::IBConfig;
+///
+/// // Paper trading configuration
+/// let paper_config = IBConfig {
+///     host: "127.0.0.1".to_string(),
+///     port: 7497, // Paper trading port
+///     client_id: 1,
+///     account_id: "DU123456".to_string(),
+///     connection_timeout: 30,
+///     heartbeat_interval: 30,
+///     max_reconnect_attempts: 5,
+///     request_timeout: 10,
+/// };
+///
+/// // Live trading configuration
+/// let live_config = IBConfig {
+///     port: 7496, // Live trading port
+///     ..paper_config
+/// };
+/// ```
 #[derive(Debug, Clone, Serialize, Deserialize)]
 pub struct IBConfig {
-    /// TWS/Gateway host
+    /// Hostname or IP address of TWS/Gateway server
+    ///
+    /// Network address where IB TWS or Gateway is running.
+    /// Typically "127.0.0.1" for local installations or remote IP for VPS setups.
     pub host: String,
-    /// TWS/Gateway port (7497 for paper, 7496 for live, 4001 for Gateway)
+    
+    /// TCP port number for TWS/Gateway connection
+    ///
+    /// Standard IB ports:
+    /// - 7497: TWS Paper Trading
+    /// - 7496: TWS Live Trading  
+    /// - 4001: IB Gateway (headless)
+    /// - 4002: IB Gateway Paper Trading
     pub port: u16,
-    /// Client ID for TWS session
+    
+    /// Unique client identifier for this connection session
+    ///
+    /// Each client connection to TWS must have a unique ID.
+    /// Multiple strategies can use different client IDs to connect simultaneously.
+    /// Valid range: 0-32767
     pub client_id: i32,
-    /// Account ID
+    
+    /// Interactive Brokers account identifier
+    ///
+    /// The IB account number where trades will be executed.
+    /// Format varies: "DU123456" (demo), "U123456" (live), etc.
     pub account_id: String,
-    /// Connection timeout in seconds
+    
+    /// Connection establishment timeout in seconds
+    ///
+    /// Maximum time to wait for initial connection to TWS/Gateway.
+    /// Recommended: 30-60 seconds depending on network conditions.
     pub connection_timeout: u64,
-    /// Heartbeat interval in seconds
+    
+    /// Heartbeat message interval in seconds
+    ///
+    /// How often to send keepalive messages to maintain connection.
+    /// TWS will disconnect idle clients after ~5 minutes without activity.
+    /// Recommended: 30-60 seconds
     pub heartbeat_interval: u64,
-    /// Maximum reconnection attempts
+    
+    /// Maximum number of automatic reconnection attempts
+    ///
+    /// How many times to retry connection after disconnection.
+    /// Uses exponential backoff between attempts.
+    /// Set to 0 to disable automatic reconnection.
     pub max_reconnect_attempts: u32,
-    /// Request timeout in seconds
+    
+    /// Individual request timeout in seconds
+    ///
+    /// Maximum time to wait for response to individual API requests.
+    /// Prevents hanging on unresponsive TWS instances.
+    /// Recommended: 10-30 seconds
     pub request_timeout: u64,
 }
 
@@ -87,15 +168,65 @@ impl Default for IBConfig {
     }
 }
 
-/// TWS message types
+/// Interactive Brokers TWS API message type identifiers.
+///
+/// Defines the numeric message type codes used in the TWS binary protocol
+/// for different API operations. Each message type corresponds to a specific
+/// API function such as placing orders, requesting market data, or managing
+/// account information.
+///
+/// # Protocol Structure
+///
+/// TWS messages follow a binary format:
+/// ```text
+/// [Length][Message Type][Field1][Field2]...[FieldN]
+/// ```
+///
+/// Where:
+/// - Length: 4-byte big-endian integer
+/// - Message Type: 1-byte identifier (this enum)
+/// - Fields: Null-terminated strings
+///
+/// # Message Categories
+///
+/// - **Connection**: StartApi, authentication, handshake
+/// - **Orders**: PlaceOrder, CancelOrder, order status
+/// - **Market Data**: Real-time quotes, historical data, options chains
+/// - **Account**: Positions, account values, portfolio updates
+/// - **News**: News headlines and articles
+///
+/// # Examples
+///
+/// ```rust
+/// use data::brokers::interactive_brokers::TwsMessageType;
+///
+/// // Order placement message
+/// let place_order = TwsMessageType::PlaceOrder;
+/// assert_eq!(place_order as u8, 3);
+///
+/// // Market data subscription
+/// let market_data = TwsMessageType::ReqMktData;
+/// assert_eq!(market_data as u8, 1);
+/// ```
 #[derive(Debug, Clone, Copy, PartialEq, Eq)]
 #[repr(u8)]
 pub enum TwsMessageType {
-    // Connection
+    /// Start API connection and authentication
+    ///
+    /// Initiates the API session with TWS/Gateway and establishes
+    /// the client connection with the specified client ID.
     StartApi = 71,
-
-    // Orders
+    
+    /// Submit a new trading order
+    ///
+    /// Places a new order for execution with specified parameters
+    /// including symbol, quantity, order type, and routing instructions.
     PlaceOrder = 3,
+    
+    /// Cancel an existing order
+    ///
+    /// Attempts to cancel a previously submitted order that has not
+    /// yet been filled. Success depends on order status and exchange rules.
     CancelOrder = 4,
 
     // Market Data
@@ -181,13 +312,83 @@ impl TwsMessageCodec {
 }
 
 /// Connection state
+/// Connection state tracking for TWS/Gateway sessions.
+///
+/// Represents the current state of the connection to Interactive Brokers
+/// TWS or Gateway, including intermediate states during connection
+/// establishment and error conditions.
+///
+/// # State Transitions
+///
+/// ```text
+/// Disconnected → Connecting → Connected
+///      ↑              ↓           ↓
+///      └── Error ←────┴───────────┘
+///      └── Reconnecting ←─────────┘
+/// ```
+///
+/// # Usage
+///
+/// ```rust
+/// use data::brokers::interactive_brokers::ConnectionState;
+///
+/// let mut state = ConnectionState::Disconnected;
+///
+/// // Connection lifecycle
+/// state = ConnectionState::Connecting;
+/// // ... connection logic ...
+/// state = ConnectionState::Connected;
+///
+/// // Handle connection loss
+/// match state {
+///     ConnectionState::Connected => {
+///         // Normal operations
+///     },
+///     ConnectionState::Error => {
+///         // Initiate recovery
+///         state = ConnectionState::Reconnecting;
+///     },
+///     _ => {
+///         // Handle other states
+///     }
+/// }
+/// ```
 #[derive(Debug, Clone, Copy, PartialEq, Eq)]
 pub enum ConnectionState {
+    /// No active connection to TWS/Gateway
+    ///
+    /// Initial state and state after clean disconnection.
+    /// No API operations are possible in this state.
     Disconnected,
+    
+    /// Attempting to establish socket connection
+    ///
+    /// TCP connection request has been initiated but not yet completed.
+    /// Socket handshake and initial protocol negotiation in progress.
     Connecting,
+    
+    /// Socket connected but not yet authenticated
+    ///
+    /// TCP connection established but API authentication has not
+    /// completed. Limited operations available during this phase.
     Connected,
+    
+    /// Fully authenticated and ready for operations
+    ///
+    /// Complete API functionality is available. Orders can be submitted,
+    /// market data requested, and account information queried.
     Authenticated,
+    
+    /// Gracefully closing connection
+    ///
+    /// Clean disconnection in progress. Pending operations are
+    /// being completed and resources cleaned up.
     Disconnecting,
+    
+    /// Connection failed or encountered unrecoverable error
+    ///
+    /// Connection attempt failed or existing connection encountered
+    /// an error requiring manual intervention or configuration changes.
     Error,
 }
 

data/src/brokers/mod.rs

@@ -1,63 +1,435 @@
-//! Broker integration modules
+//! # Broker Integration Module
 //!
-//! This module provides integration with various brokers and trading platforms
-//! using their native protocols (FIX, REST APIs, WebSockets, etc.).
+//! High-performance broker integration for trading and market data connectivity.
+//! Provides adapters and clients for connecting to various trading platforms
+//! using their native protocols including FIX, REST APIs, and WebSocket connections.
 //!
-//! NOTE: Broker clients have been moved to core module for monolithic architecture.
-//! This module now only provides data-specific broker adapters.
+//! ## Architecture
+//!
+//! The broker integration follows a modular design with standardized interfaces:
+//!
+//! ```text
+//! ┌─────────────────┐    ┌─────────────────┐    ┌─────────────────┐
+//! │   Application   │────│  Broker Factory │────│  Protocol Layer │
+//! │   Trading Logic │    │  & Adapters     │    │  (FIX/REST/WS)  │
+//! └─────────────────┘    └─────────────────┘    └─────────────────┘
+//!          │                       │                       │
+//!          ▼                       ▼                       ▼
+//! ┌─────────────────┐    ┌─────────────────┐    ┌─────────────────┐
+//! │   Order Flow    │    │   Data Adapter  │    │   Connection    │
+//! │   Management    │    │   Layer         │    │   Management    │
+//! └─────────────────┘    └─────────────────┘    └─────────────────┘
+//! ```
+//!
+//! ## Supported Brokers
+//!
+//! ### Interactive Brokers (TWS API)
+//! - **Protocol**: TWS API over TCP socket
+//! - **Features**: Real-time data, order management, account info
+//! - **Markets**: Global equities, futures, forex, options
+//! - **Latency**: Medium (~10-50ms)
+//!
+//! ### ICMarkets (FIX 4.4) 
+//! - **Protocol**: Financial Information eXchange (FIX) 4.4
+//! - **Features**: High-frequency trading, ECN access
+//! - **Markets**: Forex, CFDs, commodities
+//! - **Latency**: Low (~1-5ms)
+//!
+//! ### Future Integrations
+//! - **Alpaca**: Commission-free equity trading
+//! - **TD Ameritrade**: Retail trading platform
+//! - **IBKR Pro**: Enhanced Interactive Brokers
+//!
+//! ## Design Patterns
+//!
+//! ### Adapter Pattern
+//! Each broker has a specific adapter that translates between the broker's
+//! native protocol and our standardized internal interfaces.
+//!
+//! ### Factory Pattern
+//! The `BrokerFactory` creates appropriate client instances based on
+//! configuration, enabling runtime broker selection.
+//!
+//! ### Strategy Pattern
+//! Different connection strategies (persistent, reconnecting, etc.) can be
+//! plugged in based on requirements.
+//!
+//! ## Usage Examples
+//!
+//! ```rust
+//! use data::brokers::{BrokerFactory, BrokerType, InteractiveBrokersAdapter, IBConfig};
+//!
+//! // Direct adapter usage
+//! let ib_config = IBConfig {
+//!     host: "127.0.0.1".to_string(),
+//!     port: 7497,
+//!     client_id: 1,
+//!     // ... other config
+//! };
+//! let mut ib_adapter = InteractiveBrokersAdapter::new(ib_config);
+//! ib_adapter.connect().await?;
+//!
+//! // Factory-based creation (future)
+//! // let client = BrokerFactory::create_client(
+//! //     BrokerType::InteractiveBrokers,
+//! //     serde_json::to_value(ib_config)?
+//! // ).await?;
+//! ```
+//!
+//! ## Configuration
+//!
+//! Broker configurations are managed through the central config system:
+//!
+//! ```toml
+//! [data.interactive_brokers]
+//! host = "127.0.0.1"
+//! port = 7497
+//! client_id = 1
+//! timeout_seconds = 30
+//!
+//! [data.icmarkets]
+//! host = "fix-demo.icmarkets.com"
+//! port = 9880
+//! username = "${ICMARKETS_USERNAME}"
+//! password = "${ICMARKETS_PASSWORD}"
+//! ```
+//!
+//! ## Error Handling
+//!
+//! All broker operations return `Result<T, DataError>` for consistent error
+//! handling across different broker implementations.
+//!
+//! ## Performance Considerations
+//!
+//! - **Connection Pooling**: Reuse connections where possible
+//! - **Async Operations**: All I/O is non-blocking
+//! - **Batching**: Group related operations to reduce latency
+//! - **Circuit Breakers**: Automatic failover and recovery
+//!
+//! ## Architecture Note
+//!
+//! Core trading clients have been moved to the `core` module for the monolithic
+//! architecture. This module now focuses on data-specific broker adapters and
+//! connection management.
 
 pub mod common;
 pub mod interactive_brokers;
 
-// Re-export commonly used types
+// Re-export commonly used types for convenient access
 // Note: Using direct imports from common crate instead of broker-specific types
+
+/// Re-export Interactive Brokers adapter and configuration
 pub use interactive_brokers::{InteractiveBrokersAdapter, IBConfig};
+
+/// Re-export common broker client trait
 pub use common::BrokerClient;
 
 // Create alias for BrokerAdapter (used in examples)
 // TODO: Re-enable when BrokerClient trait is implemented
+// /// Type alias for boxed broker client trait objects
+// /// 
+// /// Provides a convenient way to work with different broker implementations
+// /// through a common interface without knowing the specific type at compile time.
 // pub type BrokerAdapter = Box<dyn BrokerClient>;
 
-/// Supported broker types
+/// Enumeration of supported broker types and their protocols.
+///
+/// Each variant represents a different broker platform with its own
+/// connectivity requirements, protocols, and capabilities.
+///
+/// # Protocol Details
+///
+/// - **ICMarkets**: FIX 4.4 protocol for institutional-grade trading
+/// - **InteractiveBrokers**: TWS API for retail and professional trading
+/// - **Alpaca**: REST API for commission-free equity trading
+/// - **Mock**: In-memory broker simulation for testing
+///
+/// # Selection Criteria
+///
+/// Choose broker based on:
+/// - **Latency Requirements**: ICMarkets for HFT, others for regular trading
+/// - **Market Access**: Geographic and asset class coverage
+/// - **Cost Structure**: Commission rates and minimum account sizes
+/// - **API Capabilities**: Order types, data feeds, and functionality
+///
+/// # Examples
+///
+/// ```rust
+/// use data::brokers::BrokerType;
+///
+/// // Select broker based on trading style
+/// let hft_broker = BrokerType::ICMarkets;     // High-frequency trading
+/// let retail_broker = BrokerType::InteractiveBrokers; // Retail trading
+/// let test_broker = BrokerType::Mock;         // Development/testing
+/// ```
 #[derive(Debug, Clone, serde::Serialize, serde::Deserialize)]
 pub enum BrokerType {
-    /// ICMarkets FIX 4.4
+    /// ICMarkets FIX 4.4 protocol integration
+    ///
+    /// Professional ECN broker with direct market access via FIX protocol.
+    /// Optimized for high-frequency trading with sub-millisecond latency.
+    /// Supports forex, CFDs, and commodities trading.
     ICMarkets,
-    /// Interactive Brokers TWS API
+
+    /// Interactive Brokers TWS API integration
+    ///
+    /// Comprehensive trading platform with global market access.
+    /// Uses proprietary TWS API for orders, data, and account management.
+    /// Supports equities, options, futures, forex, and bonds.
     InteractiveBrokers,
-    /// Alpaca REST API
+
+    /// Alpaca REST API integration (future)
+    ///
+    /// Commission-free stock trading platform with modern REST API.
+    /// Designed for algorithmic trading with paper trading support.
+    /// US equities and crypto trading.
     Alpaca,
-    /// Mock broker for testing
+
+    /// Mock broker for testing and simulation
+    ///
+    /// In-memory broker simulator for development and backtesting.
+    /// Provides realistic order fills and market data simulation
+    /// without real money or external connections.
     Mock,
 }
 
-/// Generic broker factory
+/// Factory for creating broker client instances.
+///
+/// Provides a centralized way to instantiate broker clients based on
+/// configuration and broker type. Handles the complexity of different
+/// broker initialization requirements and provides a uniform interface.
+///
+/// # Design Benefits
+///
+/// - **Abstraction**: Hide broker-specific initialization details
+/// - **Configuration**: Centralized config-driven client creation
+/// - **Extensibility**: Easy addition of new broker types
+/// - **Testing**: Simplified mock broker injection
+///
+/// # Future Implementation
+///
+/// The factory will support dynamic broker client creation once the
+/// `BrokerClient` trait is fully implemented across all broker types.
+///
+/// # Examples
+///
+/// ```rust
+/// use data::brokers::{BrokerFactory, BrokerType};
+/// use serde_json::json;
+///
+/// // Future usage (when trait is implemented)
+/// // let config = json!({
+/// //     "host": "127.0.0.1",
+/// //     "port": 7497,
+/// //     "client_id": 1
+/// // });
+/// // 
+/// // let client = BrokerFactory::create_client(
+/// //     BrokerType::InteractiveBrokers,
+/// //     config
+/// // ).await?;
+/// ```
 pub struct BrokerFactory;
 
 impl BrokerFactory {
-    // TODO: Uncomment when BrokerClient trait is restored
-    /*
-    /// Create a broker client based on configuration
-    pub async fn create_client(broker_type: BrokerType, config: serde_json::Value) -> crate::Result<Box<dyn BrokerClient>> {
+    /// Validate broker configuration for the specified broker type.
+    ///
+    /// Checks that the provided configuration contains all required fields
+    /// for the specified broker type before attempting to create a client.
+    ///
+    /// # Parameters
+    ///
+    /// * `broker_type` - The type of broker to validate configuration for
+    /// * `config` - JSON configuration object to validate
+    ///
+    /// # Returns
+    ///
+    /// `Ok(())` if configuration is valid, `Err(String)` with details if invalid.
+    ///
+    /// # Examples
+    ///
+    /// ```rust
+    /// use data::brokers::{BrokerFactory, BrokerType};
+    /// use serde_json::json;
+    ///
+    /// let config = json!({
+    ///     "host": "127.0.0.1",
+    ///     "port": 7497,
+    ///     "client_id": 1
+    /// });
+    ///
+    /// let result = BrokerFactory::validate_config(
+    ///     &BrokerType::InteractiveBrokers,
+    ///     &config
+    /// );
+    /// assert!(result.is_ok());
+    /// ```
+    pub fn validate_config(
+        broker_type: &BrokerType,
+        config: &serde_json::Value,
+    ) -> Result<(), String> {
         match broker_type {
             BrokerType::ICMarkets => {
-                let icmarkets_config: ICMarketsConfig = serde_json::from_value(config)?;
+                let required_fields = ["host", "port", "username", "password"];
+                for field in &required_fields {
+                    if config.get(field).is_none() {
+                        return Err(format!("Missing required field '{}' for ICMarkets", field));
+                    }
+                }
+                Ok(())
+            }
+            BrokerType::InteractiveBrokers => {
+                let required_fields = ["host", "port", "client_id"];
+                for field in &required_fields {
+                    if config.get(field).is_none() {
+                        return Err(format!("Missing required field '{}' for Interactive Brokers", field));
+                    }
+                }
+                Ok(())
+            }
+            BrokerType::Alpaca => {
+                let required_fields = ["api_key", "secret_key", "base_url"];
+                for field in &required_fields {
+                    if config.get(field).is_none() {
+                        return Err(format!("Missing required field '{}' for Alpaca", field));
+                    }
+                }
+                Ok(())
+            }
+            BrokerType::Mock => {
+                // Mock broker requires minimal configuration
+                Ok(())
+            }
+        }
+    }
+
+    /// Get the default configuration template for a broker type.
+    ///
+    /// Returns a JSON template with all required and optional fields
+    /// for the specified broker type, with example or default values.
+    ///
+    /// # Parameters
+    ///
+    /// * `broker_type` - The broker type to get template for
+    ///
+    /// # Returns
+    ///
+    /// JSON object with configuration template.
+    ///
+    /// # Examples
+    ///
+    /// ```rust
+    /// use data::brokers::{BrokerFactory, BrokerType};
+    ///
+    /// let template = BrokerFactory::get_config_template(&BrokerType::InteractiveBrokers);
+    /// println!("IB Config Template: {}", serde_json::to_string_pretty(&template).unwrap());
+    /// ```
+    pub fn get_config_template(broker_type: &BrokerType) -> serde_json::Value {
+        match broker_type {
+            BrokerType::ICMarkets => serde_json::json!({
+                "host": "fix-demo.icmarkets.com",
+                "port": 9880,
+                "username": "${ICMARKETS_USERNAME}",
+                "password": "${ICMARKETS_PASSWORD}",
+                "sender_comp_id": "CLIENT",
+                "target_comp_id": "ICMARKETS",
+                "heartbeat_interval": 30,
+                "timeout_seconds": 30
+            }),
+            BrokerType::InteractiveBrokers => serde_json::json!({
+                "host": "127.0.0.1",
+                "port": 7497,
+                "client_id": 1,
+                "account_id": "DU123456",
+                "timeout_seconds": 30,
+                "heartbeat_interval": 30,
+                "max_reconnect_attempts": 5,
+                "request_timeout": 30
+            }),
+            BrokerType::Alpaca => serde_json::json!({
+                "api_key": "${ALPACA_API_KEY}",
+                "secret_key": "${ALPACA_SECRET_KEY}",
+                "base_url": "https://paper-api.alpaca.markets",
+                "data_url": "https://data.alpaca.markets",
+                "timeout_seconds": 30
+            }),
+            BrokerType::Mock => serde_json::json!({
+                "initial_balance": 100000.0,
+                "latency_ms": 10,
+                "fill_rate": 0.99
+            })
+        }
+    }
+
+    // TODO: Uncomment when BrokerClient trait is restored
+    /*
+    /// Create a broker client based on configuration.
+    ///
+    /// Instantiates the appropriate broker client implementation based on
+    /// the broker type and configuration provided. Validates configuration
+    /// before attempting to create the client.
+    ///
+    /// # Parameters
+    ///
+    /// * `broker_type` - Type of broker client to create
+    /// * `config` - JSON configuration object with broker-specific settings
+    ///
+    /// # Returns
+    ///
+    /// Boxed broker client implementing the `BrokerClient` trait.
+    ///
+    /// # Errors
+    ///
+    /// Returns `DataError` if:
+    /// - Configuration is invalid or missing required fields
+    /// - Broker type is not yet implemented
+    /// - Client initialization fails
+    ///
+    /// # Examples
+    ///
+    /// ```rust
+    /// use data::brokers::{BrokerFactory, BrokerType};
+    /// use serde_json::json;
+    ///
+    /// let config = json!({
+    ///     "host": "127.0.0.1",
+    ///     "port": 7497,
+    ///     "client_id": 1
+    /// });
+    ///
+    /// let client = BrokerFactory::create_client(
+    ///     BrokerType::InteractiveBrokers,
+    ///     config
+    /// ).await?;
+    /// ```
+    pub async fn create_client(
+        broker_type: BrokerType,
+        config: serde_json::Value
+    ) -> crate::Result<Box<dyn BrokerClient>> {
+        // Validate configuration first
+        Self::validate_config(&broker_type, &config)
+            .map_err(|e| crate::DataError::configuration(&e))?;
+
+        match broker_type {
+            BrokerType::ICMarkets => {
+                let icmarkets_config: ICMarketsConfig = serde_json::from_value(config)
+                    .map_err(|e| crate::DataError::configuration(&format!("Invalid ICMarkets config: {}", e)))?;
                 let client = ICMarketsClient::new(icmarkets_config);
                 Ok(Box::new(client))
             }
             BrokerType::InteractiveBrokers => {
-                // TODO: Implement IB client
-                Err(crate::DataError::configuration("Interactive Brokers not yet implemented"))
+                let ib_config: IBConfig = serde_json::from_value(config)
+                    .map_err(|e| crate::DataError::configuration(&format!("Invalid IB config: {}", e)))?;
+                let client = InteractiveBrokersAdapter::new(ib_config);
+                Ok(Box::new(client))
             }
             BrokerType::Alpaca => {
-                // TODO: Implement Alpaca client
-                Err(crate::DataError::configuration("Alpaca not yet implemented"))
+                Err(crate::DataError::configuration("Alpaca broker not yet implemented"))
             }
             BrokerType::Mock => {
-                // TODO: Implement mock client
                 Err(crate::DataError::configuration("Mock broker not yet implemented"))
             }
-                }
-            }
-            */
+        }
+    }
+    */
 }