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validate_interface

Read-only

Validate an interface node's JSX/React component headlessly (transpile + render in a server-side sandbox) and return any syntax/runtime error — no browser tab needed. Reads the node's jsx_source.

Input Schema

TableJSON Schema
NameRequiredDescriptionDefault
node_idYes
workflow_idYes

Output Schema

TableJSON Schema
NameRequiredDescriptionDefault

No arguments

Schema Changelog

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TDQS

B3.3/5.0
Behavior4/5

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

The readOnlyHint annotation already indicates no side effects, and the description adds useful behavioral context: it runs headlessly, uses a server-side sandbox, does not open a browser tab, and returns syntax/runtime errors. This goes beyond the annotation and clarifies the tool's execution environment.

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

Conciseness4/5

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

The description is a single, compact sentence that leads with the primary action and includes relevant execution details. It is slightly dense due to the parenthetical and dash, but it remains focused and free of unnecessary content.

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

Completeness3/5

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

The description covers the tool's purpose, execution mode, and return type at a high level, but it leaves questions about successful output format, parameter relationships, and how errors are represented. Given the low parameter schema coverage, more context would be needed for full completeness.

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

Parameters1/5

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

Schema coverage for the two parameters is 0%, and the description does not explain how workflow_id and node_id are used or relate to the jsx_source being read. The agent is left without any parameter-level guidance, so the description fails to compensate for the missing schema documentation.

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

Purpose4/5

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

The description clearly states the tool validates an interface node's JSX/React component in a headless, server-side sandbox and returns syntax/runtime errors. It distinguishes this from broader workflow validation by focusing on interface nodes and their jsx_source.

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

Usage Guidelines3/5

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

The description implies usage for validating interface components without a browser, but it does not explicitly explain when to prefer this over similar sibling tools like eval_interface or validate_workflow. It gives some context but lacks direct guidance on alternative selection.

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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