get_collection
Get full detail for a curated collection including all tools inside.
Input Schema
| Name | Required | Description | Default |
|---|---|---|---|
| slug | Yes | Collection slug |
Get full detail for a curated collection including all tools inside.
| Name | Required | Description | Default |
|---|---|---|---|
| slug | Yes | Collection slug |
Changes observed during successful MCP inspections. Dates show when Glama detected each change.
Does the description disclose side effects, auth requirements, rate limits, or destructive behavior?
No annotations provided; description implies read operation but doesn't disclose side effects, auth needs, or rate limits. Bare minimum for a simple get operation.
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?
Single sentence, no wasted words. Front-loaded with purpose.
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?
Adequate for a simple one-param tool with no output schema. Description explains what the result includes, missing only potential output format or error cases.
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 covers slug parameter (100%), description mentions 'full detail including tools inside' but adds no extra semantic meaning for the parameter beyond schema.
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?
Description clearly states 'Get full detail for a curated collection including all tools inside,' specifying verb (get) and resource (collection detail). Distinguishes from siblings like get_tool (single tool) and list_collections (list only).
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 guidance on when to use this tool vs alternatives (e.g., compare_tools, explore). No exclusions or context provided.
Agents often have multiple tools that could apply. Explicit usage guidance like "use X instead of Y when Z" prevents misuse.
Add one secure layer between your agents and this server.
Each tool has a clearly distinct purpose: comparing, exploring, getting details, trending, listing, and resolving. No overlap.
All tool names follow a consistent verb_noun pattern in snake_case (e.g., compare_tools, get_tool, list_collections). Even 'explore' is a single verb, fitting the pattern.
7 tools is well-scoped for a tool discovery server, covering browsing, details, comparison, and recommendations without being overwhelming.
Covers most discovery needs (browse, trend, compare, detail) but lacks a general search tool or filtering by features, a minor gap.