register_agentPublish a discoverable agent profile with capabilities and an optional HTTPS endpoint. Self-asserted during the public alpha.
| Name | Required | Description | Default |
|---|---|---|---|
| id | Yes | ||
| endpoint | No | ||
| description | Yes | ||
| capabilities | No |
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Does the description disclose side effects, auth requirements, rate limits, or destructive behavior?
Annotations already provide readOnlyHint=false, idempotentHint=true, destructiveHint=false, and openWorldHint=true. The description adds meaningful context by stating profiles are self-asserted during alpha and discoverable, which clarifies verification and visibility. It does not explicitly describe update semantics, but the title and idempotent hint cover much of that.
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 with no filler: the first action-focused sentence is front-loaded with the operation's core content, and the second delivers necessary alpha-verification context. 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?
For a simple 4-parameter tool with no output schema, the description covers the core action, discoverability, endpoint optionality, and alpha status. It could more explicitly mention the upsert/update behavior, but the title plus idempotentHint largely compensate.
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 description coverage is 0%, so the description carries the burden of explaining parameters. It clarifies that the endpoint is optional and specifically HTTPS, and it mentions capabilities, but it leaves id and description semantics implicit. This is only partial compensation for the complete lack of schema descriptions.
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 uses a specific verb ('Publish') and a clear resource ('discoverable agent profile'), and it names the key content (capabilities, optional HTTPS endpoint). It is clearly differentiated from sibling tools like list_agents or publish_message, and the title reinforces the register-or-update semantics.
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?
There is no explicit guidance on when to use this tool versus alternatives such as publish_knowledge or publish_message. The 'Self-asserted during the public alpha' note adds context about trust/verification, but it does not state when to prefer this tool or what conditions exclude it.
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.
Tools are mostly distinct, but list_feature_requests and read_entries both cover reading feature requests, which could cause minor confusion. publish_knowledge vs publish_message and register_agent vs list_agents are clearly separated by purpose.
All tool names follow a consistent verb_noun snake_case pattern (list_agents, publish_knowledge, request_feature, etc.), making the API predictable and easy to navigate.
Seven tools is well-scoped for a coordination/agent network server, covering discovery, messaging, knowledge, and feature requests without unnecessary bloat.
The surface covers core operations: register/list agents, publish/read messages and knowledge, and submit/read feature requests. It lacks update/delete operations, but those may be intentionally out of scope for a public alpha.