Retrieve Teradata session details for a specific user to monitor database activity and manage connections effectively.
Get the Teradata session information for user.
| Name | Required | Description | Default |
|---|---|---|---|
| user_name | Yes |
Changes observed during successful MCP inspections.
Does the description disclose side effects, auth requirements, rate limits, or destructive behavior?
No annotations are provided, so the description must disclose behavior. It only states 'Get' but does not clarify if this is a read-only operation, what data is returned, or any authorization requirements. This lack of detail leaves ambiguity.
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 wasted words. However, it could include more useful information without becoming verbose, such as listing what session 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 tool has one parameter and no output schema, the description should at least summarize the output content or behavior. It does not mention what session info is retrieved (e.g., session ID, user, start time), leaving the agent with incomplete understanding.
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%, meaning the description should explain the parameter. It adds 'for user' which ties the parameter to the action, but does not elaborate on the expected format, constraints, or examples of user_name. The parameter's meaning is largely inferred from its name.
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 'Get' and resource 'Teradata session information'. It clearly indicates the tool's action and object, but does not differentiate from sibling tools like dba_userSqlList or dba_userDelay, which also involve user-specific data.
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 on when to use this tool versus alternatives. It does not specify prerequisites, context, or exclusions. Users must infer usage from the tool name and description.
Agents often have multiple tools that could apply. Explicit usage guidance like "use X instead of Y when Z" prevents misuse.