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opendata-mcp

by Skeego

list_providers_v1_providers_get

List all data providers and their dataset statistics from the OpenData Platform.

Instructions

GET /v1/providers (public) — List Providers — List all data providers with dataset stats.

Input Schema

TableJSON Schema
NameRequiredDescriptionDefault
limitNo
offsetNo
Behavior3/5

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

The description indicates it's a public GET endpoint and mentions 'dataset stats', but does not elaborate on what those stats include or any behavioral traits like pagination, rate limits, or idempotency. Without annotations, more detail would improve transparency.

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

Conciseness5/5

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

The description is a single sentence that efficiently conveys the core purpose without extraneous information. It is well-structured and easy to parse.

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

Completeness3/5

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

Given no output schema and a simple list operation, the description is minimally adequate. However, it lacks details about the returned data structure, pagination behavior, and what 'dataset stats' comprises, leaving gaps for the agent.

Complex tools with many parameters or behaviors need more documentation. Simple tools need less. This dimension scales expectations accordingly.

Parameters1/5

Does the description clarify parameter syntax, constraints, interactions, or defaults beyond what the schema provides?

The input schema has two parameters (limit, offset) with no descriptions in the schema or the tool description. Since schema_description_coverage is 0%, the description should explain these parameters, but it does not. This severely hampers correct invocation.

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 'List all data providers with dataset stats', which is a specific verb+resource combination. It distinguishes the tool from other list tools (e.g., list_provider_datasets) by focusing on providers with stats.

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 like get_provider_v1_providers__provider__get or list_provider_datasets. The agent must infer usage from context, which is insufficient.

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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