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trello_create_task

Create a Trello card in a specified list with title, description, priority, and due date.

Instructions

Create a new task (card) in a Trello list with task management features

Input Schema

TableJSON Schema
NameRequiredDescriptionDefault
boardIdYesThe ID of the board
listNameNoName of the list (To Do, In Progress, Done) or list IDTo Do
titleYesTitle of the task
descriptionNoDetailed description of the task
priorityNoPriority level of the task
dueDateNoDue date in ISO format (YYYY-MM-DD) or relative (e.g., "tomorrow", "next week")
Behavior2/5

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

No annotations provided, so the description must disclose behavioral traits. It only says 'create' which implies mutation, but no details on permissions, side effects, or behavior beyond creation.

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

Conciseness4/5

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

Single sentence, front-loaded with key function. No wasted words, but could include more context without being too long.

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

Completeness2/5

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

Despite 100% schema coverage, the description lacks context on return values, error handling, or behavioral specifics. A creation tool should provide more completeness.

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?

Schema coverage is 100%, so the schema already documents parameters. The description adds no additional meaning beyond the schema; baseline of 3 is appropriate.

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

Purpose5/5

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

The description clearly states the action ('Create'), the object ('a new task (card)'), and the location ('in a Trello list'). It distinguishes from sibling tools like trello_update_task or trello_get_tasks by focusing on creation.

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

Usage Guidelines2/5

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

No guidance on when to use this tool versus alternatives, no prerequisites or exclusions mentioned. Phrases like 'task management features' are vague.

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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