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Delete Project Tool

delete_project_tool

Permanently deletes a GitLab project by numeric ID or path, removing it from the instance when it is no longer needed.

Instructions

Delete a GitLab project permanently.

Tool call template

Replace each placeholder with a value matching the input schema. Only required parameters are included; add optional parameters as needed.

{
  "id": 1,
  "jsonrpc": "2.0",
  "method": "tools/call",
  "params": {
    "arguments": {
      "project_id": "<project_id>"
    },
    "name": "delete_project_tool"
  }
}

Input Schema

NameRequiredDescriptionDefault
project_idYesProject ID (numeric) or path (e.g., "group/project")

Output Schema

NameRequiredDescriptionDefault

No arguments

Schema Changelog

Changes observed during successful MCP inspections.

  1. First observedv0.4.1

TDQS

C2.9/5.0
Behavior2/5

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

With no annotations, the description carries the full burden. It correctly discloses irreversibility via 'permanently', but omits the cascade scope (repositories, issues, merge requests, pipelines are destroyed), required permission level, and whether recovery is possible — all critical for a destructive tool.

Agents need to know what a tool does to the world before calling it. Descriptions should go beyond structured annotations to explain consequences.

Conciseness4/5

Is the description appropriately sized, front-loaded, and free of redundancy?

A single front-loaded sentence with zero redundancy. It is efficient, though arguably under-specified rather than optimally concise for a destructive operation.

Shorter descriptions cost fewer tokens and are easier for agents to parse. Every sentence should earn its place.

Completeness2/5

Given the tool's complexity, does the description cover enough for an agent to succeed on first attempt?

An output schema exists, so return values need not be explained, but for an irreversible delete with no annotations the description should disclose cascade effects and permission requirements. As written, an agent cannot judge the blast radius before invoking it.

Complex tools with many parameters or behaviors need more documentation. Simple tools need less. This dimension scales expectations accordingly.

Parameters3/5

Does the description clarify parameter syntax, constraints, interactions, or defaults beyond what the schema provides?

Schema coverage is 100% and the project_id description already explains numeric ID vs. path format. The description adds nothing further, so the baseline 3 applies.

Input schemas describe structure but not intent. Descriptions should explain non-obvious parameter relationships and valid value ranges.

Purpose4/5

Does the description clearly state what the tool does and how it differs from similar tools?

States a specific verb (delete) and resource (GitLab project) with the qualifier 'permanently', which distinguishes it from the many list/get/create siblings. It does not explicitly contrast with create_project_tool or other delete_* tools, but the resource noun is unambiguous.

Agents choose between tools based on descriptions. A clear purpose with a specific verb and resource helps agents select the right tool.

Usage Guidelines2/5

Does the description explain when to use this tool, when not to, or what alternatives exist?

No guidance on when to use this versus alternatives, no prerequisites (e.g., owner permission), and no explicit warning to confirm before calling. The word 'permanently' hints at caution but provides no actionable usage rule.

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