discover_temporal_profile

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

With no annotations provided, the description explains the behavioral output: returns a handle and number of pairs observed, and describes the computation method (mean/std per pair). It does not cover side effects or permissions, but the behavioral insight is sufficient for a read-only analysis tool.

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 concise with three sentences, each serving a clear purpose: state the main function, detail the output, and note the use case. No extraneous information is included.

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 the existence of an output schema and the tool's simplicity (single parameter, straightforward computation), the description is nearly complete. However, the missing parameter explanation is a notable gap that affects completeness.

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 only one parameter 'log_id' with 0% schema description coverage. The description fails to mention or explain this parameter, leaving the agent without guidance on what to provide.

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 tool's purpose: discovering a temporal profile of per-activity-pair sojourn time statistics (mean and stddev). It distinguishes from siblings like 'abstract_temporal_profile' by specifying the exact computation and output.

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 mentions the tool is 'useful for anomaly detection' but does not explicitly state when to use it versus alternatives, nor does it provide when-not-to-use guidance. Usage context is implied but not comprehensive.

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