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pve_create_replication_job

Configure automated VM/container data replication between Proxmox VE nodes for backup and high availability. Set schedule, target node, and rate limits.

Instructions

Create replication job

Input Schema

TableJSON Schema
NameRequiredDescriptionDefault
idYesReplication job ID (e.g., 100-0)
targetYesTarget node
typeYesReplication type
scheduleNoSchedule (cron format)
rateNoRate limit in MB/s
commentNoComment
disableNoDisable job
Behavior2/5

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

With no annotations provided, the description carries full burden for behavioral disclosure. 'Create replication job' implies a write operation but doesn't specify whether this is destructive, requires special permissions, has side effects, or what happens on success/failure. It lacks critical behavioral context needed for safe invocation.

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

Conciseness2/5

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

While technically concise with only three words, this is under-specification rather than effective conciseness. The description fails to provide meaningful information that would help an agent understand or use the tool properly.

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?

For a creation tool with 7 parameters, no annotations, and no output schema, the description is severely inadequate. It doesn't explain what replication means in this system, what resources are affected, or what the expected outcome is, leaving significant gaps in understanding.

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 description coverage is 100%, so the schema fully documents all 7 parameters. The description adds no parameter information beyond what's already in the schema, maintaining the baseline score of 3 where the schema does the heavy lifting.

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

Purpose2/5

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

The description 'Create replication job' is a tautology that restates the tool name without adding specificity. It mentions the verb 'Create' and resource 'replication job' but fails to explain what a replication job does in this context or distinguish it from similar tools like 'pve_create_backup_job' or 'pve_create_vm_snapshot'.

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

Usage Guidelines1/5

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

The description provides no guidance on when to use this tool versus alternatives. It doesn't mention prerequisites, typical use cases, or how it differs from other creation tools in the sibling list, leaving the agent with no usage context.

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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