get_announcements

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

With no annotations, the description carries the behavioral disclosure burden. It signals a read-only retrieval action ('alır') and restricts scope to 'current' announcements, but it does not mention authentication needs, caching, or any other operational traits. This is acceptable for a zero-parameter fetch but not richly transparent.

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, front-loaded sentence with no filler. Every word contributes to identifying the source and content of the tool.

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 very simple (no parameters, output schema present), so the description covers the basic action. However, it omits any context about whether an existing connection or authentication is required, which is relevant given sibling tools create_connection and list_connections. The absence of annotations makes this a modest gap.

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 input schema has zero parameters and 100% coverage, so there are no parameter semantics to clarify. The baseline for a zero-parameter tool is 4, and the description adds no conflicting parameter information.

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 identifies the action ('alır' / gets) and the resource ('METU SAIS öğrenci portalındaki güncel duyurular' / current announcements from the METU SAIS student portal). It is specific but does not explicitly differentiate from sibling tools like get_schedule or get_transcript, though the announcement subject is distinctive.

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 guidance is provided on when to use this tool versus alternatives, nor any exclusions or prerequisites. The name and resource imply 'use when you need announcements,' but the description does not state this or mention sibling tools.

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