iyke_agent_register

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

No annotations provided, so description carries full burden. It discloses id handling (bump last_seen_at or mint new), return value (opaque id), and purpose. Lacks details on error handling or permissions, but is adequate.

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 concise (three sentences) and front-loaded with the core purpose. No extraneous words; every sentence adds value.

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?

Given 4 parameters, no output schema, and nested objects, the description covers main behavior and return value, linking to related tools. Missing details on model and metadata, but overall completeness is good for a registration tool.

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% (descriptions for id and name only). Description adds meaning for id (bump or mint) and name (display name example), but model and metadata are not explained. This partial compensation keeps score at baseline given moderate coverage.

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 the tool registers an agent for lock/timer attribution, returns an opaque id, and explains the id's use with iyke_lock_acquire. It distinguishes the tool's purpose from siblings by focusing on registration.

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?

The description informs when to use (register agent for locks/timers) and how the id is used, linking to iyke_lock_acquire. It does not explicitly state when not to use or alternative methods, but the provided context is sufficient for typical use.

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