oci_kafka_update_cluster

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

No annotations are provided, so the description carries full burden. It discloses the async nature and write permission requirement, but lacks details on how updates affect existing fields (e.g., whether freeform_tags merge or replace), and does not mention prerequisites or states.

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 with a brief overview followed by a parameter list. It avoids unnecessary detail while covering essential aspects, though the structure could be more formalized (e.g., bullet-pointing the list).

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?

The description covers purpose, parameters, and async behavior. However, it omits potential error conditions, prerequisites (e.g., cluster must exist), and does not elaborate on how updates interact with existing configurations. Since an output schema exists, return value details are not needed.

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% description coverage, but the description adds explanations for each parameter, including the OCID pattern for cluster_id and the roles of cluster_config_id/version. However, it does not clarify the update behavior for freeform_tags (merge vs replace).

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 the tool updates an OCI Kafka cluster's display name, tags, or applied configuration. It uses a specific verb and resource, differentiating from create, delete, and scale operations among siblings.

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 mentions that writes require '--allow-writes' and that the operation is asynchronous, directing to use 'oci_kafka_get_work_request' to track progress. However, it does not explicitly state when not to use this tool compared to alternatives like 'oci_kafka_update_cluster_config'.

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