socrata.describe_dataset

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

With no annotations provided, the description must carry the full burden of behavioral disclosure. It indicates a read-only metadata operation, but does not mention any specific behavioral traits such as authentication needs, rate limits, or whether the operation is safe/idempotent. The description is adequate but minimal.

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 a single sentence with no redundant words. It is front-loaded with the core action and resource. Slight improvement could be made by adding structure (e.g., listing what is returned), but overall it is efficient.

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?

The tool is simple with one parameter and an output schema, so the description does not need to explain return values. The description is sufficient for understanding the tool's purpose, though it could briefly mention that the output contains metadata and field names.

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?

The schema has 100% coverage for the single parameter source_id, and its description provides an example identifier. The tool's description adds context about 'Catalunya open data Socrata dataset' but does not add new semantic meaning beyond what the schema already provides. Baseline score is appropriate.

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 verb 'describe' and the resource 'Catalunya open data Socrata dataset', specifying that it includes queryable API field names. This distinguishes it from sibling tools like socrata_query_dataset and socrata_search_datasets, which handle querying and searching respectively.

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 implies usage for obtaining dataset metadata and field names, but does not explicitly state when to use this tool versus alternatives (e.g., socrata_query_dataset for data queries or bcn_query_resource for general resource info). No when-not-to-use guidance is provided.

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