distributions_create

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

With no annotations, the description carries the full disclosure burden. It reveals that the call is asynchronous, that receiving a distribution ID does not guarantee success, and that specific Cortex XSIAM licenses are required. This is materially helpful, though it omits details like error responses and side effects.

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 reasonably concise and well-structured, with a clear heading, async caveat, license note, endpoint, and example. There is minor redundancy between 'Create distributions' and 'Create an installation package,' but it does not hurt readability.

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 tool has a complex nested input schema, no output schema, and no annotations. The description only mentions an example with four fields and does not cover the full required set or clarify valid combinations for package_type, platform, deployment_platform, and version fields, leaving an agent under-equipped to invoke it correctly.

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 example request body provides some concrete values, but it omits required nested fields such as deployment_platform, default_namespace, run_on_master_node, and run_on_all_nodes. The schema itself offers more detailed descriptions for package_type and platform, so the description adds limited value and could mislead an agent into constructing an invalid request.

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 uses a specific verb and resource: 'Create an installation package' and 'Create distributions.' This clearly distinguishes it from sibling tools like distributions_delete, distributions_get_status, and distributions_get_versions.

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?

It clearly explains the async behavior and instructs the user to confirm success via the Get Distribution Status API. This gives practical guidance for the follow-up step, though it does not explicitly discuss alternative creation tools or exclusions.

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