delimit_quickstart

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

No annotations provided, so description must disclose behavioral traits. It mentions combining init and scan but does not explain side effects, permissions, or whether it modifies files. Lacks detail on what actions are performed beyond the composition.

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?

Three sentences, each earning its place: first defines purpose, second explains composition, third gives usage instruction. No redundancy or fluff. Efficiently conveys essential 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?

Has output schema (not provided but indicated) which likely covers return values. Description covers purpose and composition but lacks behavioral details (e.g., what environment detection does). Minimal but adequate for a simple quickstart tool given schema richness.

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?

Only one parameter (project_path) with full schema coverage (100%). The description adds no additional meaning beyond the schema's 'Path to the project to quickstart.' Baseline 3 applies due to high coverage.

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 is a quickstart to prove value, combining init, scan, and environment detection. It distinguishes itself from similar tools (e.g., delimit_init, delimit_scan) by noting it combines them into a single first-run experience.

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?

Explicitly says to run right after installation, providing clear usage context. It implies this is for first-time setup and contrasts with individual init/scan commands. No explicit when-not-to-use, but sufficient for a quickstart tool.

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