shodan_create_alert

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

With no annotations, the description must disclose behavioral traits. It only says 'Create a new alert,' which implies mutation but gives no details about idempotency, reversibility, or side effects (e.g., whether it overwrites existing alerts).

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 extremely short but at the expense of completeness. It is front-loaded with the core purpose, but lacks any explanatory structure. Every sentence should earn its place; here, one sentence does not suffice.

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 an output schema (true), the description could omit return details, but it still fails to explain the effect (e.g., alert created, ID returned) or any side effects. For a creation tool, more context is needed.

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 input schema provides descriptions for all three parameters (100% coverage), so the description does not need to repeat them. However, it adds no additional meaning beyond the schema, missing opportunities to clarify constraints like valid IP formats or expiration behavior.

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 action ('Create') and the resource ('alert'), which matches the name. It is straightforward and does not cause confusion with siblings like shodan_alerts (list) or shodan_delete_alert (delete).

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 is provided on when to use this tool versus alternatives, nor any prerequisites (e.g., authentication, quota). The description is purely imperative and lacks context that would help an agent decide to invoke this tool.

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