teamleader_projects_info

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

With no annotations, the description must convey behavior on its own. The word 'Get' implies a read-only action, but it does not disclose what happens if the ID is invalid, rate limits, or return structure. This meets the minimum but leaves gaps.

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?

A single concise sentence front-loaded with the action and resource. Every word earns its place, with no filler or repetition.

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 fetch-by-id tool, the description covers the basic purpose, but the term 'nextgen' is unexplained, and there is no information about response contents, error handling, or prerequisites. Given the low complexity, it is minimally sufficient but not thorough.

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 schema provides only an 'id' string with no description (0% coverage), so the description's 'by id' offers minimal clarification that the parameter is the project identifier. It does not explain format, source, or type beyond what the schema already shows, so it only partially compensates.

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 the specific verb 'Get' with the resource 'nextgen project' and the qualifier 'by id', clearly distinguishing it from list/create/update tools among siblings. It precisely states what the tool does.

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 phrase 'a single ... by id' clearly implies this tool is for retrieving one specific project when an ID is available, contrasting with list operations. However, it does not explicitly name alternatives or mention when not to use it, so it falls short of a 5.

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