Justin Horst is a Principal AI Tools Evangelist and seasoned software engineer with over a decade of experience building scalable platforms and developer-facing tools, currently shaping AI productivity at Salesforce. He blends systems-level thinking from his work on Windows memory and notification systems with practical product engineering—having architected mobile-optimized data platforms that handle billions of requests daily and enable offline-first mobile experiences. Known for turning rapid AI tooling change into strategic advantages, he partners with teams to remove developer bottlenecks through tooling, education, and platform work. Based in Cary, NC, he combines formal computer engineering training with a hands-on ethos of “platforms by day, apps by night,” and a knack for simplifying complex distributed problems into elegant, production-ready solutions.
11 years of coding experience
5 years of employment as a software developer
DEC, Natural Sciences, DEC, Natural Sciences at CEGEP - John Abbott College
BEng, Computer Engineering, BEng, Computer Engineering at Concordia University
Contributions:4 pushes, 1 branch in 1 year 10 months
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Justin Horst - Principal AI Tools Evangelist at Salesforce