update_sc_sidecar

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

Discloses partial update behavior, but lacks details on side effects, permissions, error handling, or outputs. Since no annotations exist, the description carries full burden and is 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?

Two short, focused sentences with no superfluous content. Front-loaded action verb and resource.

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?

Adequate for a tool with full parameter descriptions and an output schema, but could benefit from mentioning that sidecar_id is required and that other fields are optional. Given sibling tools, it lacks uniqueness context.

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 covers 100% of parameters with descriptions. The description adds 'Only provided fields are changed' which clarifies partial update semantics, but does not add meaning beyond schema for individual parameters.

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?

Clearly states it updates a sidecar, distinguishing from create and delete siblings. The verb 'Update' combined with 'sidecar' uniquely identifies the action.

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?

Implies usage for updating a sidecar with partial updates via 'Only provided fields are changed', but no explicit guidance on when to prefer this over other update tools (e.g., update_sc_agent) or any prerequisites.

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