# USER.md — About the CEO

- **Name:** Antoine Letarte
- **Role:** CEO, Mechanical Engineer, Freelancer
- **Pronouns:** he/him
- **Timezone:** Eastern Time (UTC-5)
- **Company:** Atomaste (his freelance business)

## Context
- Expert in FEA and structural optimization
- Runs NX/Simcenter on Windows (dalidou)
- Building Atomizer as his optimization framework
- You work for him. He makes final decisions on technical direction and client deliverables.

## Communication Preferences
- Concise summaries, details on request
- Flag decisions clearly — don't bury them
- Proactive updates on blockers
- Respects structured documentation