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Retrieveverificationperiod

retrieveVerificationPeriod

Get one verification period by its CID, including its schedule, the entity filter that sets its scope, who may verify, and how many entities are outstanding. Use listVerificationPeriods to find the CID.

Input Schema

TableJSON Schema
NameRequiredDescriptionDefault
contextYes Explain why you're invoking this tool now and how its output will be used. Then state how this call supports your *overall objective* and fits into your broader plan across all tool calls (e.g., why this tool vs. others, and what step it unblocks). Never share any personal details or sensitive information.
periodCidYesThe CID of the verification period
session_idYesSession continuity handle, one of two values: the ses_ ID issued for the task underway, or start. This server cannot link your calls between requests on its own, so session continuity travels in this parameter instead. If you were handed a session_id for this task — for example by the agent that spawned you — send that exact value from your first call. Otherwise send start on your first call; the server will issue an opaque correlation ID in the mcp_session field of the result, or in a text block at the start of the result beginning [session_id issued. Then send that exact ses_ value on every later call and hand it to any subagents working the same task. start always begins a new, unrelated task — never send it mid-task. If you send a value this server does not recognize, the result reports it: mcp_session.status of unrecognized, or a text block beginning [session_id unrecognized; re-send the ID issued for this task, or start if none was issued yet. Never invent a ses_ value.

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TDQS

A4.2/5.0
Behavior3/5

Does the description disclose side effects, auth requirements, rate limits, or destructive behavior?

With no annotations, the description carries the behavioral burden. It clearly signals a read-only fetch and describes the composed response (schedule, filter, verifiers, outstanding count). It does not mention not-found behavior, permissions, or other side effects, but for a single retrieval the core behavior is adequately disclosed.

Agents need to know what a tool does to the world before calling it. Descriptions should go beyond structured annotations to explain consequences.

Conciseness5/5

Is the description appropriately sized, front-loaded, and free of redundancy?

Two sentences carry the full purpose, the output scope, and the prerequisite lookup step. The most important information is front-loaded and there is no redundant material.

Shorter descriptions cost fewer tokens and are easier for agents to parse. Every sentence should earn its place.

Completeness4/5

Given the tool's complexity, does the description cover enough for an agent to succeed on first attempt?

For a single-item retrieval with no output schema, the description explains what callers can expect in the result and how to satisfy the key parameter. It is adequate for invocation; only edge-case behavior such as missing CID is left implicit.

Complex tools with many parameters or behaviors need more documentation. Simple tools need less. This dimension scales expectations accordingly.

Parameters4/5

Does the description clarify parameter syntax, constraints, interactions, or defaults beyond what the schema provides?

Schema coverage is already 100%, so the baseline is 3. The description goes beyond the schema by telling the agent how to obtain the periodCid ('Use listVerificationPeriods to find the CID'), which is material additional meaning for correct invocation.

Input schemas describe structure but not intent. Descriptions should explain non-obvious parameter relationships and valid value ranges.

Purpose5/5

Does the description clearly state what the tool does and how it differs from similar tools?

The description names a specific verb ('Get'), a resource ('one verification period'), an identifier ('by its CID'), and the key contents of that resource, making it distinct from sibling list/search tools. It also names listVerificationPeriods explicitly, which reinforces the distinction between fetching one item and listing periods.

Agents choose between tools based on descriptions. A clear purpose with a specific verb and resource helps agents select the right tool.

Usage Guidelines4/5

Does the description explain when to use this tool, when not to, or what alternatives exist?

The instruction 'Use listVerificationPeriods to find the CID' tells the agent the prerequisite and a concrete alternative for locating the identifier. It gives clear context for when to call this tool, though it does not spell out negative cases or alternatives for other types of verification queries.

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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