get_registry

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

With no annotations, the description must fully disclose behavior. It only indicates a read operation ('get'), but fails to mention any potential errors (e.g., registry not found), permissions needed, or side effects. The description adds minimal behavioral context.

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, front-loaded sentence with no wasted words. It is highly concise and easy to parse.

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?

For a simple retrieval tool with no output schema, the description is minimally adequate. It identifies the resource and action but lacks details about the return value (e.g., what properties of the registry are returned) and error handling. Would benefit from mentioning output format.

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 0%, so the description should explain parameters. It only implies that 'registry_id' is the identifier, but does not mention 'env_id' or 'agent_token'. The description adds marginal value over 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 'Get a container registry by ID' clearly states the action (get/resource) and the resource (container registry) along with the retrieval criterion (by ID). It distinguishes itself from siblings like 'list_registries' (which lists all) and 'create_registry' (which creates).

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?

No usage context is provided. There is no guidance on when to use this tool versus alternatives such as 'list_registries', nor any prerequisites or conditions (e.g., existence of the registry).

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