json_schema_infer
Infer a Draft-7 JSON Schema from a sample JSON document (agent favorite).
Input Schema
| Name | Required | Description | Default |
|---|---|---|---|
| data | Yes | ||
| title | No | Inferred |
Infer a Draft-7 JSON Schema from a sample JSON document (agent favorite).
| Name | Required | Description | Default |
|---|---|---|---|
| data | Yes | ||
| title | No | Inferred |
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Does the description disclose side effects, auth requirements, rate limits, or destructive behavior?
No annotations, so description carries full burden. Does not disclose behavioral traits like input limits, error handling, or that it is a read-only operation. Minimal info beyond the name.
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?
Very concise, but under-specified. Single sentence is not overlong, but could include more detail without losing conciseness.
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 output schema and no annotations, description lacks important context about output format (e.g., returns a schema string or object) and handling of complex inputs. Feels incomplete for an inference tool.
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%. Description only implies 'data' is the JSON document but does not mention the 'title' parameter or its default. No added meaning beyond the bare schema.
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?
Clearly states the verb 'Infer' and the resource 'Draft-7 JSON Schema from a sample JSON document'. Distinct from sibling tools like json_schema_validate, which validates against an existing schema, and other JSON manipulation tools.
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?
Implies usage for generating a schema from sample data, but lacks explicit guidance on when to use versus alternatives like json_schema_validate or when not to use. No exclusions or conditions provided.
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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Every tool has a clear, distinct purpose with thorough descriptions. Even closely related tools like base64_decode/encode and hash_md5/sha256 are easily differentiated by name and description.
All tools follow a consistent lowercase_underscore naming convention, typically in a <domain>_<action> or <action>_<domain> pattern. There are no jarring deviations or mixed styles.
193 tools is an extreme count, far beyond what any focused server needs. While each tool has utility, the sheer number creates a kitchen-sink effect that overwhelms agents and hinders discoverability.
Within each subdomain (JSON, cron, JWT, etc.), the coverage is exhaustive, covering validation, conversion, parsing, and more. Minor gaps exist (e.g., YAML-to-TOML conversion missing), but overall it is remarkably complete.