Update Phased Release

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

Annotations already indicate non-readonly, non-destructive, and idempotent. Description adds little beyond stating the state transitions; lacks details on auth needs or side effects like version release changes.

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?

Single sentence, no redundancy. Efficiently conveys the core action.

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?

Simple tool with 2 params and no output schema. Description is adequate but lacks guidance on prerequisites (e.g., release must exist) and what happens when transitioning to 'COMPLETE' (is it final?). Could be more complete.

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 0%, so description should compensate. It mentions state transitions but does not explain the meaning of each enum value (e.g., what 'ACTIVE' means vs 'COMPLETE'). Agent must infer from enum names alone.

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?

Description clearly states the tool starts, pauses, resumes, or completes an existing phased release. 'Update' is used as a verb and 'phased release' as the resource, distinguishing it from 'asc_enable_phased_release' which might only enable.

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?

Implied that the tool is used to change the state of a phased release, but no explicit guidance on when to use this vs. alternatives like 'asc_enable_phased_release'. No exclusions or context provided.

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