superset_dashboard_publish

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

With no annotations provided, the description carries the full burden. It discloses the primary behavioral outcome (visibility to users with permissions), but does not discuss caller permissions required, reversibility (via unpublish), or any side effects. It adds some context beyond the name but lacks depth.

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 one sentence plus a structured Args section. Every word earns its place—no fluff, clear structure. It is appropriately sized for the tool's simplicity.

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?

For a simple one-parameter mutation, the description covers the core action but omits important context like required permissions for the caller, behavior on nonexistent dashboard, or relationship to 'unpublish.' The tool is straightforward, so a 3 is adequate but not complete.

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 description coverage is 0%, so the description must compensate. It simply restates 'dashboard_id: Dashboard ID' without adding meaning such as where to find the ID, format constraints, or that it belongs to an existing dashboard. This is minimal and does little beyond the schema.

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 uses a specific verb ('Publish') and resource ('dashboard'), and clarifies the effect with the parenthetical 'make it visible to users with appropriate permissions.' This clearly distinguishes it from siblings like superset_dashboard_unpublish and superset_dashboard_list.

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 when to use the tool (when you want to make a dashboard visible to users) but does not explicitly mention alternatives or exclusions. It provides clear context without naming sibling tools or stating when not to use it.

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