Python Trading Bot Setup

I need a Python-based algorithmic trading setup using Visual Studio Code. The bot will trade stocks via the Interactive Brokers API.

Key Requirements:
- Stock trading
- Interactive Brokers API integration
- Custom trading strategy (not mean reversion, momentum, or arbitrage)

Ideal Skills:
- Proficiency in Python
- Experience with Visual Studio Code
- Familiarity with Interactive Brokers API
- Knowledge of algorithmic trading strategies

Please provide relevant experience and approach.