get_trade_signal

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

Discloses AI model (Groq with NVIDIA NIM fallback) and that it is not financial advice. However, no operational details like latency, rate limits, or error handling are provided. Without annotations, the description partially covers behavioral traits.

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?

Four short sentences that front-load purpose and return fields. No unnecessary words.

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 low complexity (1 param, no output schema), the description explains what is returned and the model used. However, it lacks details on the format of levels and confidence, and no error handling notes.

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?

Only one parameter (symbol) with full schema coverage (100%). The description does not add additional meaning beyond the schema's example list.

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 returns a Buy/Hold/Sell signal with confidence and levels. It is unambiguous but does not explicitly differentiate from sibling tools like get_technical_indicators.

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 explicit guidance on when to use this tool versus alternatives. The disclaimer 'for educational and analytical purposes only' is not usage direction.

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