codelogic-method-impact

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

No annotations are provided, so the description must cover behavioral traits. It states the tool 'analyzes impacts' (implying read-only) and uses an environment variable, but does not disclose specific behaviors like whether it mutates data, auth requirements, or rate limits. It also omits details on what the results contain, which is important given no output schema.

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 clear front-loaded purpose and a numbered workflow list. Every sentence adds value, though the workflow could be slightly shortened without losing meaning.

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?

For a tool with only two parameters, the description covers purpose, workflow, and environment variable. However, it lacks information about the output format or how to interpret results, which would be helpful for an impact analysis tool. The absence of an output schema increases the need for description completeness.

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?

Input schema has 100% coverage with descriptions for both required parameters ('Name of the class containing the method' and 'Name of the method being analyzed'). The description adds minimal extra meaning ('within a given class or type') but does not significantly enrich parameter understanding beyond the schema.

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's purpose: analyzing impacts of modifying a specific method within a class or type. It uses a specific verb ('Analyze impacts') and resource ('method within class'), distinguishing it from sibling tools like codelogic-database-impact or codelogic-graph-impact.

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 a recommended workflow with three steps, including when to use (before implementing changes) and context (when AI-suggested modifications are considered). It also mentions the environment variable requirement, but lacks explicit exclusion of alternatives or when-not-to-use.

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