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Test connection to the Qwen MCP Tool server by sending and receiving echo messages to verify communication functionality.

Instructions

Echo a message to test the connection

Input Schema

TableJSON Schema
NameRequiredDescriptionDefault
promptNoMessage to echoPong!

Implementation Reference

  • The execute handler for the ping tool, which takes an optional prompt and echoes it back using executeSimpleCommand with CLI echo command.
    execute: async (args) => {
      const message = args.prompt || "Pong!";
      return executeSimpleCommand(CLI.COMMANDS.ECHO, [message]);
    },
  • Zod input schema for the ping tool defining an optional 'prompt' string defaulting to 'Pong!'.
    zodSchema: z.object({
      prompt: z.string().optional().default("Pong!").describe("Message to echo")
    }),
  • Registration of the pingTool into the tool registry.
    registerTool(pingTool);
  • Prompt schema definition for the ping tool used for model interaction.
    prompt: {
      name: "ping",
      description: "Test the connection with a simple echo",
      arguments: [
        {
          name: "prompt",
          description: "Optional message to echo (defaults to 'Pong!')",
          required: false
        }
      ]
    }
  • src/tools/index.ts:6-6 (registration)
    Import of pingTool from simple-tools.js for registration.
    import { pingTool, helpTool } from "./simple-tools.js";
Behavior3/5

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 discloses the basic behavior ('echo a message') and purpose ('test the connection'), which covers the core functionality. However, it lacks details on potential side effects, error conditions, or response format, leaving gaps for a tool that might involve network or system interactions.

Agents need to know what a tool does to the world before calling it. Descriptions should go beyond structured annotations to explain consequences.

Conciseness5/5

Is the description appropriately sized, front-loaded, and free of redundancy?

The description is a single, efficient sentence: 'Echo a message to test the connection'. It is front-loaded with the core action and purpose, with zero wasted words, making it highly concise and well-structured for quick understanding.

Shorter descriptions cost fewer tokens and are easier for agents to parse. Every sentence should earn its place.

Completeness3/5

Given the tool's complexity, does the description cover enough for an agent to succeed on first attempt?

Given the tool's low complexity (one optional parameter, no output schema, no annotations), the description is minimally adequate. It explains what the tool does but doesn't cover behavioral nuances or output details. For a simple echo tool, this might suffice, but it lacks depth for more informed usage.

Complex tools with many parameters or behaviors need more documentation. Simple tools need less. This dimension scales expectations accordingly.

Parameters3/5

Does the description clarify parameter syntax, constraints, interactions, or defaults beyond what the schema provides?

The input schema has 100% description coverage, with the parameter 'prompt' documented as 'Message to echo' and a default value 'Pong!'. The description adds no additional parameter semantics beyond what the schema provides, such as format constraints or usage examples. With high schema coverage, the baseline score of 3 is appropriate.

Input schemas describe structure but not intent. Descriptions should explain non-obvious parameter relationships and valid value ranges.

Purpose4/5

Does the description clearly state what the tool does and how it differs from similar tools?

The description clearly states the tool's purpose: 'Echo a message to test the connection'. It specifies the verb ('echo') and resource ('message') with the explicit goal of connection testing. However, it doesn't differentiate from sibling tools like 'ask-qwen' or 'Help', which appear to serve different purposes.

Agents choose between tools based on descriptions. A clear purpose with a specific verb and resource helps agents select the right tool.

Usage Guidelines3/5

Does the description explain when to use this tool, when not to, or what alternatives exist?

The description implies usage context ('to test the connection'), suggesting this tool is for diagnostic or connectivity verification purposes. It doesn't provide explicit guidance on when to use this versus alternatives like 'ask-qwen' or 'Help', nor does it specify exclusions or prerequisites.

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

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