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prepare_applications_for_execution

Analyze rule tasks to identify application and credential requirements before execution. Determines whether tasks can share application configurations or require separate credentials for proper setup.

Instructions

Analyze rule tasks and prepare application configuration requirements for execution.

This tool helps users understand what applications are needed and whether they can share applications across multiple tasks.

WHEN TO USE:

  • Before calling execute_rule() to understand application requirements

  • To identify if multiple tasks can share the same application

  • To determine if unique identifiers are needed when using different applications for same appType

NOTE: This tool is optional. Rules with only 'nocredapp' tasks can be executed directly without any application configuration. Use this tool only when tasks require credentials.

APPLICATION SHARING SCENARIOS (when applications are needed):

  1. Shared Application: User wants same credentials for all tasks of an appType

    • Single application config with basic appTags (just appType)

    • One application covers multiple tasks

  2. Separate Applications: User needs different credentials per task

    • Must add unique identifier key (e.g., "purpose") to task appTags

    • Each application config must include matching unique identifier

  3. No Application Needed: All tasks have 'nocredapp' appType

    • Skip application configuration entirely

    • Call execute_rule() with an empty applications list

WORKFLOW:

  1. Call this tool with rule_name

  2. Review which tasks need applications (if any)

  3. If no tasks need applications (all nocredapp): Skip to step 6

  4. For tasks with same appType, decide: share or separate?

  5. If sharing: Provide one application config per appType If separate: Add unique identifiers and provide separate configs

  6. Call execute_rule() with configured applications (or empty list for nocredapp rules)

Args: rule_name: Name of the rule to analyze

Returns: Dict with analysis results and configuration guidance

Input Schema

TableJSON Schema
NameRequiredDescriptionDefault
rule_nameYes

Output Schema

TableJSON Schema
NameRequiredDescriptionDefault

No arguments

Behavior5/5

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

Since no annotations exist, description carries full burden: explains optional behavior, details application sharing scenarios (shared vs separate), and outlines the 6-step workflow including output format.

Agents need to know what a tool does to the world before calling it. Descriptions should go beyond structured annotations to explain consequences.

Conciseness4/5

Is the description appropriately sized, front-loaded, and free of redundancy?

Well-structured with clear sections (Purpose, When to Use, Scenarios, Workflow) and front-loaded key information, though lengthy due to complex workflow explanation which is necessary.

Shorter descriptions cost fewer tokens and are easier for agents to parse. Every sentence should earn its place.

Completeness5/5

Given the tool's complexity, does the description cover enough for an agent to succeed on first attempt?

Exceptionally complete for a complex tool: covers decision logic for application sharing, integration with sibling tools (execute_rule, add_unique_identifier_to_task), and acknowledges output schema existence without redundant detail.

Complex tools with many parameters or behaviors need more documentation. Simple tools need less. This dimension scales expectations accordingly.

Parameters4/5

Does the description clarify parameter syntax, constraints, interactions, or defaults beyond what the schema provides?

Compensates for 0% schema description coverage by providing 'Args' section explaining rule_name as 'Name of the rule to analyze', though could specify format/constraints.

Input schemas describe structure but not intent. Descriptions should explain non-obvious parameter relationships and valid value ranges.

Purpose5/5

Does the description clearly state what the tool does and how it differs from similar tools?

Explicitly states it analyzes rule tasks to determine application configuration requirements, clearly distinguishing it from execute_rule() and noting its optional nature for 'nocredapp' rules.

Agents choose between tools based on descriptions. A clear purpose with a specific verb and resource helps agents select the right tool.

Usage Guidelines5/5

Does the description explain when to use this tool, when not to, or what alternatives exist?

Contains explicit 'WHEN TO USE' section with specific scenarios, explicitly states when NOT to use (optional for nocredapp-only rules), and provides clear alternatives (direct execution).

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

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