dba_userDelay

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

The description offers no information beyond the basic action and resource. It does not disclose whether the operation is read-only, what the metrics represent, or any permissions required. With no annotations, the description carries the full burden and fails to add behavioral context.

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 a single sentence, making it concise, but it is overly minimal and does not prioritize key information. It is adequate in length but lacks structure and fails to front-load important details.

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 the tool has no annotations, no output schema, and 2 required parameters, the description is insufficient. It does not convey what the metrics represent, how the date range is used, or what the response looks like, leaving significant gaps for an agent.

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 0%, meaning the description does not explain the parameters' format or constraints beyond the schema's property names. The description mentions 'specified date range' but does not clarify date format (e.g., YYYY-MM-DD) or any valid ranges, so it adds minimal value.

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 identifies the action ('Get') and resource ('Teradata user delay metrics') and specifies the scope ('for a specified date range'). It is specific enough to distinguish from sibling tools that focus on other metrics like database space or feature usage, though it does not explicitly differentiate.

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 no guidance on when to use this tool versus alternatives, nor does it mention prerequisites, context, or when not to use it. This leaves the agent without decision-making support.

Agents often have multiple tools that could apply. Explicit usage guidance like "use X instead of Y when Z" prevents misuse.