gluecron_get_workflow_run
Fetch a workflow run's metadata + status. Mirrors GET /api/v2/repos/.../actions/runs/:id.
Input Schema
| Name | Required | Description | Default |
|---|---|---|---|
| repo | Yes | ||
| owner | Yes | ||
| run_id | Yes |
Fetch a workflow run's metadata + status. Mirrors GET /api/v2/repos/.../actions/runs/:id.
| Name | Required | Description | Default |
|---|---|---|---|
| repo | Yes | ||
| owner | Yes | ||
| run_id | Yes |
Changes observed during successful MCP inspections.
Does the description disclose side effects, auth requirements, rate limits, or destructive behavior?
Annotations already declare readOnlyHint=true and destructiveHint=false, covering safety. The description adds that it mirrors a GET endpoint, which reinforces idempotence, but no additional traits (e.g., rate limits, response volume) are disclosed.
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?
Two sentences with no filler. The first sentence states the purpose, and the second provides an API reference. Every word earns its place.
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?
For a simple read tool with 3 required parameters and no output schema, the description adequately tells the agent what the tool does and references the underlying API. It could mention the output shape, but the API reference provides a sufficient hint.
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?
Schema description coverage is 0%, and the description does not explain the meaning of owner, repo, or run_id beyond their names. No formats, constraints, or examples are provided, leaving the agent with only parameter names to infer semantics.
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 the verb 'Fetch' and the resource 'workflow run's metadata + status'. It also references the specific API endpoint, making it unmistakable. This distinguishes it from sibling tools like cancel or trigger operations.
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?
No explicit when-to-use or alternative guidance is provided. The purpose is clear enough to infer usage, but there is no mention of contexts where this is preferred over other tools like get_workflow_logs or list_runs.
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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