Quarterback

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

With no annotations provided, description fails to disclose side effects, idempotency, state transition rules, or what triggers when status changes (e.g., notifications).

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?

Extremely concise at 6 words with no fluff, though arguably too minimal given the complexity of the state machine implied by the enum.

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 presence of a state machine (5 enum values) and sibling workflow tools, description inadequately explains the lifecycle or transition constraints (e.g., can you go from completed back to processing?).

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 has 0% description coverage, yet the description adds no explanation for agent_output (optional string) or the semantic meaning of status enum values (checkpoint, queued implications).

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?

States the basic action (update status) and target (task), but 'agent execution status' is vague and doesn't differentiate from sibling update_task or clarify the agent workflow.

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?

Provides no guidance on when to use this versus update_task or mark_task_agent_ready, nor when to use specific status enum values (queued vs processing vs completed).

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