Hookbase MCP Server

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

No annotations are provided, so the description carries the full burden. It states the action ('Manually trigger') but lacks details on permissions needed, side effects (e.g., if this affects the job's future schedule), rate limits, or what happens on success/failure. This is a significant gap for a mutation tool.

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 a single, efficient sentence that front-loads the core action ('Manually trigger a cron job') and adds necessary qualification ('immediately, regardless of its schedule'). There is zero waste, and every word earns its place.

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 the tool's complexity (a mutation with no annotations and no output schema), the description is minimal but clear on purpose. However, it lacks behavioral details (e.g., effects, permissions) and output information, making it incomplete for safe and effective use by an AI agent.

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 description coverage is 100%, with the parameter 'job_id' fully documented in the schema. The description does not add any additional meaning beyond what the schema provides, such as format examples or where to find the job ID. Baseline 3 is appropriate when schema coverage is high.

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 ('Manually trigger') and resource ('a cron job'), with the specific scope 'immediately, regardless of its schedule'. It distinguishes from siblings like hookbase_list_cron_jobs (list) and hookbase_create_cron_job (create).

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 context ('immediately, regardless of its schedule'), suggesting when to use it versus letting the cron job run on schedule. However, it does not explicitly mention when not to use it or name alternatives like hookbase_replay_delivery for similar triggering actions.

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