Create database cluster

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

The description adds minimal behavioral context beyond the annotations. It confirms the tool creates a resource (consistent with readOnlyHint=false), but does not disclose potential side effects, idempotency (hinted false), or rate limits. The openWorldHint suggests variable responses but is not elaborated.

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 two sentences, front-loaded with the action, and directs to additional resources concisely. No superfluous information.

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 5 parameters, 4 required, with enums and a nested config, the description is adequate. It references a sibling tool for config details, but could be more complete by mentioning region discovery or the optional cluster_id, though the schema already covers these.

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 coverage is 100%, so the burden on the description is lower. The description adds value by noting that the config object's fields vary by database type and directing to another tool for details, which helps with the ambiguous 'config' parameter. Other parameters are already documented in 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 clearly states the tool creates a new database cluster, using a specific verb and resource. It distinguishes itself from sibling tools like list, get, update, and delete database cluster tools, as well as other creation tools like create_application.

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 usage by stating the action, but it does not explicitly say when to use this tool versus alternatives like creating a database (not cluster) or using existing clusters. It references laravel_cloud_list_database_types for config details, but no exclusions or prerequisites are mentioned.

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