resume_spark_engine

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

No annotations provided; description only states basic action and return type. Missing details on side effects (e.g., idempotency, state changes, prerequisites, error conditions). Minimal disclosure.

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?

Two concise sentences, but includes 'Args:' and 'Returns:' which add minimal value. Could be streamlined into one sentence without losing clarity.

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?

With one parameter and no annotations, description is adequate for a simple resume operation but lacks mention of permissions, error handling, or prerequisites for the engine to exist and be paused.

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%; description merely repeats 'engine_id: Engine identifier' without adding meaning beyond the schema. Does not explain how to obtain or validate the identifier.

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 'Resume a paused Spark engine in watsonx.data (SAAS only)', specifying exact verb and resource with scope limitation. Distinguishes from sibling tools like pause_spark_engine and resume_presto_engine.

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?

Description implies usage context (when engine is paused) but lacks explicit when-not-to-use guidance or comparisons to alternative resume tools. No exclusions or prerequisites stated.

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