List the bundled SCModeling greenfield demos. Returns id + label + one-line summary. Currently one demo (US, 189 customer points). Use this before describe_greenfield_demo or get_greenfield_result.
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Does the description disclose side effects, auth requirements, rate limits, or destructive behavior?
Annotations already set readOnlyHint, idempotentHint, destructiveHint. The description adds that it returns specific fields (id, label, summary) and notes the bundled nature and current demo count. No contradiction with 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?
Two sentences, front-loaded with purpose, no redundant or extraneous information. Every sentence 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 parameterless list tool with output schema and clear annotations, the description is complete. It states what is returned, hints at usage order, and the simple nature means no further behavioral context is needed.
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?
No parameters exist (schema coverage 100%), so baseline is 4. The description adds context about return values (id, label, summary) beyond the empty input schema, which is valuable for agent understanding.
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 uses a specific verb ('List'), clearly identifies the resource ('bundled SCModeling greenfield demos'), and specifies the return fields (id + label + one-line summary). It distinguishes itself from sibling tools like describe_greenfield_demo and list_opt_demos.
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?
Explicitly states 'Use this before describe_greenfield_demo or get_greenfield_result,' giving clear when-to-use guidance relative to sibling tools. This helps an AI agent decide tool invocation order.
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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Each tool has a clearly distinct role: listing, describing, explaining, getting results, or running simulation. No two tools overlap in purpose; for example, describe_* and explain_* serve different needs (precomputed detail vs. conceptual reference).
All tool names follow a consistent verb_noun pattern with underscores: describe_, explain_, get_, list_, run_. The verb indicates the action, and the noun indicates the resource, making it predictable and easy to understand.
With 11 tools, the set is well-scoped for a demonstration-focused supply chain modeling server. It covers listing, describing, explaining, retrieving results, and running a simulation without unnecessary duplication or missing essential operations.
The tool surface is comprehensive for querying and running bundled demos, but it lacks create/update/delete operations for models or demos. This is acceptable since the server provides precomputed results, but it represents a minor gap in lifecycle coverage.
