Get full metadata, SHA256 hash, download URL, and ready-to-run shell command for a Kloudle scanner binary. Pass args to get a complete command; omit for a template with placeholders.
| Name | Required | Description | Default |
|---|---|---|---|
| args | No | CLI args as key-value pairs (e.g., {'region': 'us-east-1'}) | |
| name | Yes | Binary name (e.g., 'k5e-aws-s3') |
Does the description disclose side effects, auth requirements, rate limits, or destructive behavior?
No annotations are provided, so the description carries the full burden. It does disclose useful behavioral traits, such as the effect of args on the generated command and the return items (metadata, hash, URL, command). However, it does not explicitly state that the operation is read-only or mention any authentication or rate limit considerations, relying on the word 'Get' to imply safety.
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?
The description is two concise sentences that front-load the primary purpose and then add the key nuance about args. No words are wasted, and the structure is easy to scan.
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 retrieval tool with two parameters and no output schema, the description covers the essential information: what the tool returns (metadata, hash, URL, shell command) and how args modify the command. It does not address potential errors or prerequisites, but for this complexity level, the coverage is adequate.
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?
The schema already describes both parameters with 100% coverage, so the baseline is 3. The description adds meaningful context by explaining how the 'args' parameter affects the output ('complete command' vs 'template with placeholders'), which goes beyond the schema's simple 'CLI args as key-value pairs' description.
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 specifies the tool's function: 'Get full metadata, SHA256 hash, download URL, and ready-to-run shell command for a Kloudle scanner binary.' This distinguishes it from the sibling tool 'search', which likely finds binaries, whereas 'get' retrieves details for a specific binary.
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 provides some usage guidance by explaining that passing args yields a complete command while omitting them produces a template, but it does not explicitly mention when to use this tool versus the sibling 'search' tool. The context implies you would use 'get' after finding a binary with 'search', but this is not stated.
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.
The two tools, 'get' and 'search', serve clearly distinct purposes: 'search' finds scanners by capability, while 'get' retrieves detailed metadata for a specific scanner. There is no functional overlap or ambiguity between them.
Both tool names are single-word imperative verbs ('get', 'search'), following a consistent and predictable naming style. The pattern is simple and easy for an agent to recognize.
With only two tools, the server feels thin for a 'Cloud Security Scanner' platform, but the scope is narrowly focused on binary discovery and retrieval. It is borderline, not excessive, and could benefit from additional tools for broader scanner management.
The tool set covers the core workflow: 'search' for discovery and 'get' for obtaining full metadata, hashes, download URLs, and ready-to-run commands. There are no obvious dead ends or missing operations for the stated purpose of accessing Kloudle scanner binaries.