generate_and_execute_code
Code interpreter (runner operator): generate and execute code
Input Schema
| Name | Required | Description | Default |
|---|---|---|---|
| detail | No | Specific parameters for this action. |
Code interpreter (runner operator): generate and execute code
| Name | Required | Description | Default |
|---|---|---|---|
| detail | No | Specific parameters for this action. |
Changes observed during successful MCP inspections.
Does the description disclose side effects, auth requirements, rate limits, or destructive behavior?
No annotations are provided, so the description carries the full behavioral burden. It implies code execution, which can have side effects, but does not mention sandboxing, permissions, state persistence, error behavior, or safety constraints.
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 one front-loaded sentence with no filler. It is extremely terse, but every word earns its place and the core action is immediately visible.
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?
This is a complex code-execution tool with no annotations, no output schema, and only a vaguely described parameter. The description omits critical operational context such as what gets executed, where, and what is returned.
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 schema has one parameter with 100% description coverage, but the only description is 'Specific parameters for this action', which is tautological and unhelpful. The tool description adds no meaning beyond the schema, so the high-coverage baseline of 3 is appropriate.
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 states a specific verb and resource: 'generate and execute code'. This differentiates it from the sibling 'generate_code_only', which does not execute. However, it does not explicitly name alternatives or explain how it relates to 'debug_update_existing_code'.
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?
There is no guidance on when to use this tool versus alternatives such as generate_code_only or debug_update_existing_code. Usage must be inferred entirely from the tool name.
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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