Generate Set Workspace Node Template from Variant

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

Annotations already indicate non-destructive, idempotent read-only. Description adds valuable behavioral context: avoids external repo, rejects partial variants, removes SQL overrides, optional live comparison. No contradiction.

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?

Two sentences efficiently convey purpose, key constraints, and optional behaviors. Every sentence adds value; front-loaded with main action.

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 9 params, output schema exists, and sibling tools, the description covers main purpose and constraints. Could mention edge cases or error handling but adequate for agent selection.

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 100%, so baseline is 3. Description adds meaning beyond individual param descriptions by explaining overall behavior like allowPartial effect and SQL override removal, enhancing semantic understanding.

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?

Description clearly states it generates a set_workspace_node body template from a variant, explicitly distinguishing from similar tools by mentioning the source (committed snapshot) and avoiding external repo. Also specifies removal of SQL override controls.

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?

Describes when to use (with a variant) and conditions like reject partial variants unless allowPartial. Implicitly differentiates from siblings like generate_set_workspace_node_template by mentioning variant source, but lacks explicit when-not-to-use or direct comparison.

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