agent_registry
List, look up, and discover other agents in the Alya Hub catalog. Use this to delegate work to specialised agents.
Input Schema
| Name | Required | Description | Default |
|---|---|---|---|
| slug | No | Required when action=lookup | |
| action | No | list |
List, look up, and discover other agents in the Alya Hub catalog. Use this to delegate work to specialised agents.
| Name | Required | Description | Default |
|---|---|---|---|
| slug | No | Required when action=lookup | |
| action | No | list |
Changes observed during successful MCP inspections.
Does the description disclose side effects, auth requirements, rate limits, or destructive behavior?
No annotations are present, so the description must fully disclose behavior. It only says 'list, look up, discover' without mentioning authentication, side effects, read-only nature, or output format.
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, no fluff. The first defines function, the second gives a usage hint. Every word 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?
Given no annotations, output schema, or nested objects, the description is incomplete. It fails to explain the difference between list/lookup, the meaning of slug, or what data the tool returns.
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 50% (only 'slug' has a minimal description). The tool description adds no extra meaning to the parameters, leaving the agent to infer details about 'action' and 'slug' from the schema alone.
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 states the tool lists, looks up, and discovers agents, with a specific use case of delegation. It distinguishes from siblings by focusing on the agent registry, but doesn't explicitly contrast with similar tools like alya_app_directory.
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 a usage context ('delegate work to specialised agents') but lacks guidance on when not to use it, alternatives, or when to pick between 'list' and 'lookup' actions.
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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