oci_kafka_get_oci_cluster_config

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

With no annotations provided, the description has full responsibility for behavioral disclosure. It only states it returns metadata and latest version, but does not mention authentication, error conditions, or side effects. Given it's a read operation, more detail on expected behavior would be beneficial.

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 concise at three sentences plus the Args line, front-loaded with the main purpose. It efficiently covers the key aspects without unnecessary verbosity.

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 one required parameter with no enums and an output schema exists, the description adequately covers what is needed. It mentions the return value and links to related tools, making it fairly complete for a simple get operation.

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?

The schema has 0% coverage, but the description adds an Args section that explains cluster_config_id as an OCID with the pattern ocid1.kafkaclusterconfig.*. This provides meaningful context beyond the schema's type definition, compensating for the 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 clearly states it retrieves detailed information about an OCI Kafka cluster configuration, specifying it returns config metadata and latest version. However, there is a sibling tool 'oci_kafka_get_cluster_config' with a similar purpose, and the description does not differentiate between them.

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 explicitly suggests using oci_kafka_list_cluster_config_versions to see all versions, providing a clear alternative context. It does not include when-not-to-use or prerequisites, but the guidance is clear enough for this specific tool.

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