tcdb_sets

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

No annotations are provided, so the description carries full burden. It mentions a 'public ViewAll browse' indicating a read-only, public source, but does not explicitly state that the tool is non-destructive or disclose other behavioral traits such as pagination, rate limits, or response format.

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 extremely concise: two sentences with no unnecessary words. It front-loads the purpose ('Browse TCDB sets by sport and year') and adds minimal context.

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 simple browsing tool with two required parameters and a limit, the description is adequate. It explains the action, the source ('public ViewAll browse'), and the filters. However, without an output schema, it could hint at the type of returned data (e.g., set names or IDs).

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. The description does not add value beyond the schema: it mentions 'sport and year' but the schema already describes both. No extra context for limit or sport values.

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 verb ('Browse' and 'Lists') and the resource ('TCDB sets') with specific filters ('by sport and year'). It distinguishes itself from sibling tools like tcdb_set (singular) and tcdb_search.

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 implies usage for listing sets by sport and year but does not provide explicit guidance on when to use this tool versus alternatives (e.g., tcdb_set for a specific set, tcdb_search for broader search). No when-not instructions.

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