get_consumer_group_names

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

The description only states 'Get all consumer group names' without disclosing behavioral aspects such as read-only nature, authentication requirements, or response format. Since no annotations are provided, the description should compensate but does not.

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 with no extraneous information. However, it is slightly terse and could benefit from specifying 'list of consumer group names' for clarity.

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 is complete for a simple parameter-less tool with an output schema. It clearly states the action and scope. However, it could mention that it returns all names without filtering.

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 tool has zero parameters, so the description does not need to explain parameters. Schema coverage is 100%, meeting the baseline for no parameters.

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 all consumer group names, distinguishing it from siblings like 'get_consumer_groups' which likely returns full objects, and 'get_all_consumer_group_metrics' which returns metrics. However, it could be more explicit about returning a list of names.

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?

No guidance is provided on when to use this tool versus alternatives. For example, 'get_consumer_groups' might return detailed information, and 'get_consumer_group_info' returns info for a specific group. The description does not help the agent decide which tool to invoke.

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