Justin
Horton
Linux systems engineer, blockchain developer, and automation architect from East Moline, Illinois. I build fast, automated, and self-sustaining systems — from bare metal to DeFi protocols.
Built different.
I'm a self-taught developer and systems engineer based in East Moline, Illinois. I got my start in hands-on technical work — building computers, automotive repair, and industrial maintenance — which gave me a ground-up understanding of how systems work.
That same methodical mindset is what I bring to software. I specialize in Linux security, blockchain/DeFi development on Solana, and building automated systems that run without hand-holding. My toolkit spans Python, JavaScript/TypeScript, C++, and shell scripting.
I'm not just writing code — I'm building revenue-generating, automated digital infrastructure. Currently deep in n8n workflow automation, AI agent integration, and Solana DeFi protocol development.
Skills & Domains
From bare-metal Linux to DeFi protocols — here's where I live and breathe.
Linux & Systems
Cybersecurity
Programming
Blockchain & DeFi
Automation & n8n
Web Development
Containerization
AI & LLMs
Hardware & IT
Tech Stack
Tools I reach for every day, ordered by how deep I've gone.
Languages
Systems & DevOps
Blockchain
Web & AI
Projects & Builds
Things I've built, automated, or am currently deep in. Real systems, real code.
Solana Trading Bot
Automated crypto trading bot targeting Solana DEX arbitrage opportunities. Scans multiple pools for price discrepancies and executes trades with sub-second latency.
n8n AI Workflow Automation
Complex n8n automation pipelines with AI agent integration using Claude API. Automates content creation, data processing, lead generation, and multi-platform publishing.
Linux Security Audit Tool
Custom Kali Linux security auditing toolkit with automated vulnerability scanning, network enumeration, and report generation. Built for personal lab and learning environments.
Digital Product Store
Automated e-commerce setup for selling digital products — templates, tools, and automation scripts. Integrated with payment processing, delivery automation, and customer management.
Local LLM Agent Stack
Self-hosted AI agent infrastructure running on local hardware. Uses Ollama + custom Python wrappers to run specialized AI agents for code review, research, and content generation.
Experience
Hands-on work across industries that shaped how I think about systems, reliability, and problem-solving.
Building automated digital products, n8n workflow systems, and blockchain applications. Developing Solana trading bots, AI agent pipelines, and monetized automation tools. Currently working toward full income replacement through scalable digital infrastructure.
Building, configuring, and troubleshooting custom computers. Hardware selection, OS installation, networking setup, and performance optimization for clients and personal projects. Deep hands-on experience with Linux dual-boot, Kali setups, and custom system builds.
Industrial maintenance in a large-scale production environment. Troubleshooting, mechanical repair, and keeping critical systems operational under pressure. Built a systems-level mindset: understand the whole before touching the parts.
Brake systems, diagnostics, and general auto repair. Precision work under time constraints and customer pressure. Translated complex mechanical systems into explainable solutions — a skill that transfers directly to debugging code.
Technical education with a focus on applied systems and troubleshooting methodology. Formal grounding in technical problem-solving that underpins my approach to software engineering and systems administration.
Get in Touch
Open to freelance projects, collaborations on automation or blockchain systems, and conversations about interesting technical problems.
Based in East Moline, Illinois. Available for remote work worldwide.