Generate a HotPocket dApp

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

Annotations already provide readOnlyHint=true, idempotentHint=true, and openWorldHint=false. The description adds 'deterministic-by-construction', which aligns with idempotency, and lists output files. However, it does not disclose additional behavioral traits beyond what annotations offer, such as side effects or error conditions.

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 sentence of 18 words, highly concise and front-loaded. Every word provides clear information about the tool's purpose and output, with no redundancy or unnecessary detail.

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 (generating multiple files from 10 templates) and the presence of annotations and output schema, the description covers the core purpose and output structure. It lacks details about return values (though output schema exists) or template selection hints, but is largely adequate.

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 50%: the 'name' parameter has a description, but 'template' lacks one. The tool description only mentions 'for a template' without explaining parameter usage, defaults, or semantics. It adds little beyond the schema.

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 tool generates a HotPocket dApp file set, listing specific files (contract, state helper, config, package.json, client) from a template. The verb 'generate' and resource 'HotPocket dApp file set' are explicit, and it distinguishes from siblings like list_templates or generate_deploy_commands by focusing on contract creation.

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: generate a contract for a template. However, it does not explicitly state when to use it versus alternatives (e.g., after selecting a template from list_templates, or prerequisites like a template selection). No guidance on when not to use it.

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