PAIDEIA__alt_workflow_guide

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

No annotations are provided. The description mentions it returns an operating guide but does not disclose side effects, authentication needs, rate limits, or what the output contains. Limited behavioral context beyond the purpose.

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?

Three concise sentences, each adding value: namespace alias, usage instruction, and purpose. No redundancy.

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 2 params, no output schema, and an enum with 10 options, the description covers the basics but omits elaboration on scenario values and project_root behavior. Adequate but not thorough.

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 50%; scenario lacks description but has enum, project_root has description. The tool description adds no extra parameter meaning beyond the schema, so baseline score applies.

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 it is a PAIDEIA namespace alias for alt_workflow_guide, specifies when to use the exact name, and explains it returns an operating guide. This distinguishes it from siblings like alt_workflow_guide.

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?

Explicitly says to use this name when Alt searches for PAIDEIA__alt_workflow_guide and notes it mirrors MCP prompts for clients exposing only tools. Lacks explicit when-not statements but provides sufficient context.

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