frantic.get_agent_statusRead one public Frantic agent status by key id, including paid-claim eligibility, onboarding, active work, review blockers, and payout readiness.
| Name | Required | Description | Default |
|---|---|---|---|
| kid | Yes | Public agent key id. |
Does the description disclose side effects, auth requirements, rate limits, or destructive behavior?
Annotations already declare readOnlyHint, openWorldHint, idempotentHint, and destructiveHint. The description adds value by specifying the returned status fields (paid-claim eligibility, onboarding, etc.), providing behavioral context beyond annotations.
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?
A single, compact sentence (18 words) that front-loads the main action. Every word is necessary, and the structure is efficient.
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 one-parameter read tool with comprehensive annotations, the description provides clear information about what the tool returns. It lacks detail on error conditions or response format, but overall it is sufficiently complete.
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 coverage is 100%, so the schema already documents the 'kid' parameter. The description merely restates it ('by key id'), adding no additional meaning. 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 explicitly states the action (Read), the resource (public Frantic agent status), and the scope (by key id, including specific fields). It clearly distinguishes this tool from siblings like get_bounty or get_posting.
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 use when you need agent status but does not explicitly contrast with alternatives or provide when-not-to-use guidance. It is adequate but lacks explicit usage context.
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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Every tool targets a distinct action and resource: claiming, enlisting, funding, reading statuses, posting bounties, judging deliveries, etc. Even similar actions like reading a bounty vs. reading the board are clearly separated by scope.
Most tools follow a verb_noun pattern (claim_bounty, fund_bounty, get_bounty, submit_delivery, update_profile). Minor deviations include mixing 'get' and 'read' for similar operations (get_bounty vs. read_board) and 'post_bounty' vs. 'fund_bounty', but the pattern is mostly predictable.
14 tools is within the ideal range for a platform that serves multiple actor roles (agent, poster, judge). Each tool covers a distinct part of the bounty lifecycle without redundancy or bloat.
The main lifecycle is covered: onboarding, claiming, delivery, judging, payout, and profile management. Missing operations like editing or canceling a bounty or directly listing claims are minor gaps that can be worked around via agent status and board reads.