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submit_app_requirements

Submit app requirements to start planning and generate initial MVP tasks for a new application in Databutton.

Instructions

Submit app requirements

Input Schema

TableJSON Schema
NameRequiredDescriptionDefault
nameYesThe name of the app
pitchYesThe pitch for the app
specYes

Implementation Reference

  • The main handler function implementing the 'submit_app_requirements' tool logic. Parses input using Zod schema, encodes requirements to base64 and URL, generates a submission link to databutton.com, and returns a success response or error.
    export const submitAppRequirementsImpl = async (
    	args: RawArgs,
    ): Promise<Result> => {
    	const parsed = parseToolInput<Input>({ input: args, schema });
    
    	if (parsed.success) {
    		const base64Encoded = btoa(JSON.stringify(parsed.data));
    		const urlEncoded = encodeURIComponent(base64Encoded);
    
    		return buildSimpleResponse(
    			`App requirements submitted. Click the following link to get started: https://databutton.com/submit?requirements=${urlEncoded}`,
    		);
    	}
    
    	return buildSimpleResponse(parsed.message);
    };
  • The tool definition object containing the name, description, and input JSON schema derived from Zod for validation.
    export const submitAppRequirementsDef = {
    	name: ToolName.SUBMIT_APP_REQUIREMENTS,
    	description: "Submit app requirements",
    	inputSchema: zodToJsonSchema(schema),
    };
  • src/index.ts:73-77 (registration)
    Registers the tool by including it in the list of available tools returned by the ListTools handler.
    server.setRequestHandler(ListToolsRequestSchema, async () => {
    	return {
    		tools: [submitAppRequirementsDef],
    	};
    });
  • src/index.ts:82-91 (registration)
    Registers the tool dispatch by handling CallTool requests and invoking the implementation when the tool name matches.
    server.setRequestHandler(CallToolRequestSchema, async (request) => {
    	switch (request.params.name) {
    		case submitAppRequirementsDef.name: {
    			return await submitAppRequirementsImpl(request.params.arguments);
    		}
    
    		default:
    			throw new Error("Unknown tool");
    	}
    });
  • Enum defining the tool name constant used in the tool definition and matching.
    export enum ToolName {
    	SUBMIT_APP_REQUIREMENTS = "submit_app_requirements",
    }
Behavior1/5

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

With no annotations provided, the description carries the full burden of behavioral disclosure but fails completely. It doesn't indicate whether this is a read or write operation, what permissions might be required, whether the submission is reversible, what happens to existing data, or what the expected response looks like. For a tool that appears to create or submit data, this lack of behavioral information is a critical gap.

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

Conciseness3/5

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

The description is extremely concise at just two words, but this represents under-specification rather than effective brevity. While it's front-loaded with the core action, it lacks any supporting information that would help an agent understand the tool's purpose and usage. The minimal length doesn't serve the user well in this case.

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

Completeness1/5

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

Given the complexity of the tool (3 required parameters including a nested object with 4 required fields), no annotations, no output schema, and incomplete schema documentation, the description is completely inadequate. It provides no information about what the tool actually does, how to use it properly, what to expect in return, or any behavioral characteristics. This leaves the agent with insufficient context to select and invoke the tool correctly.

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

Parameters2/5

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

The description provides no information about parameters beyond what's in the schema. With 67% schema description coverage (2 of 3 top-level parameters have descriptions), the description doesn't compensate for the missing parameter documentation. It doesn't explain the relationship between parameters, provide examples, or clarify the purpose of the nested 'spec' object beyond what the schema already indicates.

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

Purpose2/5

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

The description 'Submit app requirements' is a tautology that essentially restates the tool name. It provides no additional information about what specific action is performed, what resource is being acted upon, or what the outcome of submission entails. While it mentions the verb 'submit', it doesn't clarify what happens after submission or what system receives these requirements.

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

Usage Guidelines1/5

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

The description provides absolutely no guidance about when to use this tool. There are no sibling tools mentioned, but the description doesn't indicate any prerequisites, appropriate contexts, or scenarios where this tool should be selected. It offers no comparison to alternatives or clarification about when this specific submission action is appropriate.

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

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