snapshot_diff
JSONL diff vs the previous snapshot — apply +/~/- lines instead of re-pulling the corpus.
Input Schema
| Name | Required | Description | Default |
|---|---|---|---|
| date | Yes |
JSONL diff vs the previous snapshot — apply +/~/- lines instead of re-pulling the corpus.
| Name | Required | Description | Default |
|---|---|---|---|
| date | Yes |
Does the description disclose side effects, auth requirements, rate limits, or destructive behavior?
Lacking annotations, the description does not explain side effects, idempotency, or how 'previous snapshot' is determined, leaving behavioral traits unclear.
Agents need to know what a tool does to the world before calling it. Descriptions should go beyond structured annotations to explain consequences.
Is the description appropriately sized, front-loaded, and free of redundancy?
The description is a single sentence, but its brevity sacrifices clarity on important details like input format and output usage.
Shorter descriptions cost fewer tokens and are easier for agents to parse. Every sentence should earn its place.
Given the tool's complexity, does the description cover enough for an agent to succeed on first attempt?
With low parameter coverage and no output schema, the description fails to explain input format, output structure, or how to apply the diff, leaving it incomplete.
Complex tools with many parameters or behaviors need more documentation. Simple tools need less. This dimension scales expectations accordingly.
Does the description clarify parameter syntax, constraints, interactions, or defaults beyond what the schema provides?
The single parameter 'date' has no schema description or explanation in the text; its role (e.g., snapshot date to diff against) is ambiguous.
Input schemas describe structure but not intent. Descriptions should explain non-obvious parameter relationships and valid value ranges.
Does the description clearly state what the tool does and how it differs from similar tools?
The description clearly states it produces a JSONL diff against a previous snapshot with +/~/- lines, distinguishing it from full-data tools like snapshot_data.
Agents choose between tools based on descriptions. A clear purpose with a specific verb and resource helps agents select the right tool.
Does the description explain when to use this tool, when not to, or what alternatives exist?
The description implies incremental updates but provides no explicit guidance on when to use this tool vs alternatives like snapshot_data or snapshot_manifest.
Agents often have multiple tools that could apply. Explicit usage guidance like "use X instead of Y when Z" prevents misuse.
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