EduBase MCP Server

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

Annotations already declare readOnlyHint=true and idempotentHint=true. The description confirms it's a read operation ('Get') but adds no further behavioral context—such as what constitutes 'results' (scores, answers, completion status), error handling for missing users/exams, or data scope.

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 single sentence is efficient and front-loaded with no filler words. However, extreme brevity contributes to under-specification regarding sibling differentiation and result content.

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 100% schema coverage, existing output schema, and comprehensive annotations, the description meets minimum requirements. However, it fails to address the distinction between this tool and edubase_get_exam_results_raw, which is relevant given the sibling tool density.

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% with both parameters ('exam', 'user') described as 'identification string'. The description references both parameters implicitly but adds no semantic depth (e.g., whether these are UUIDs, email addresses, or internal IDs) beyond the schema baseline.

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 action ('Get') and resource ('user results for a specific exam'), matching the tool name. It implicitly distinguishes from 'raw' results siblings by specifying 'user', though it could explicitly clarify the difference from edubase_get_exam_results_raw.

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?

No guidance provided on when to use this tool versus alternatives like edubase_get_exam_results_raw or edubase_get_exam_certificates_user. No prerequisites or conditions are mentioned.

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