delimit_repo_config_audit

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

No annotations provided, so description carries full burden. It states 'Side effects: read-only on the resolved local path' and explains behavior for different input types (local path, owner/repo, GitHub URL) including shallow-cloning. Lacks explicit mention of permissions or rate limits, but covers key behaviors.

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?

Well-structured with clear sections: purpose, when to use, when not, sibling contrast, side effects, input types. Every sentence adds value without redundancy.

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?

Covers purpose, usage guidelines, behavioral transparency, and parameter semantics. Output schema exists so return values need not be described. No gaps identified for a config audit tool.

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 'target' with 100% schema coverage. Description adds value beyond schema by explaining accepted formats (local path, owner/repo, GitHub URL) and behavior for remote inputs (shallow-cloned).

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?

Clearly states 'Audit repository configuration for compliance' with verb 'audit', resource 'repository configuration', and focus 'compliance'. Distinguishes from siblings by contrasting with delimit_repo_config_validate and delimit_repo_analyze.

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 provides 'When to use' (compliance checks) and 'When NOT to use' (structural validity or quality analysis), with specific sibling alternatives. Also includes a sibling contrast sentence.

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