start_coolify_service

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

With no annotations, the description carries full burden for behavioral disclosure, but it only states 'Start'. It does not explain whether the operation is idempotent, what happens if the service is already started, required permissions, or side effects. This is minimal transparency.

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 concise (one short sentence), but it lacks structure and does not earn its place by adding significant value over the tool name. It could be improved with a brief note on behavior or context without losing brevity.

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 tool is a mutation operation with no output schema and sparse description, more information is needed to understand its effects. The presence of many sibling tools heightens the need for contextual completeness, which is lacking here.

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 has 100% description coverage for the single 'uuid' parameter, and the description does not add any additional meaning beyond the schema. Baseline score of 3 is appropriate since the schema handles parameter semantics adequately.

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 'Start a Coolify service' clearly indicates the tool starts a service, but it lacks specificity about what constitutes a 'Coolify service' versus sibling tools like 'start_coolify_application', which could cause confusion. The purpose is vague and does not differentiate from similar tools.

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 guidelines are provided on when to use this tool versus alternatives like 'start_coolify_application' or prerequisites (e.g., service must exist, not already running). The agent receives no contextual guidance for correct invocation.

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