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create_groups_seeders_foods

Seed a group with a dataset of foods based on the specified locale.

Instructions

Seed Foods

Input Schema

TableJSON Schema
NameRequiredDescriptionDefault
localeYes
accept-languageNo

Output Schema

TableJSON Schema
NameRequiredDescriptionDefault

No arguments

Behavior1/5

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

No annotations are provided, so the description must carry the full burden of behavioral disclosure. It fails to state whether the tool is destructive, idempotent, requires permissions, or what happens if seeds already exist. Complete lack of behavioral context.

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

Conciseness2/5

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

At only two words, the description is too minimal. Conciseness is valued, but this level of under-specification harms usability. Every sentence should add value, but here the description adds almost none.

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 a seeding operation, with 2 parameters and no annotations or output schema details, the description is completely inadequate. It fails to inform the agent about tool behavior, parameter roles, or expected outcomes.

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

Parameters1/5

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

Schema description coverage is 0% and the description adds no parameter information. The 'locale' parameter is required but its meaning (e.g., language/country for food data) is unexplained. 'Accept-language' is also undocumented.

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?

Description 'Seed Foods' is vague. It does not clarify that this tool seeds default foods into a group, nor does it distinguish from sibling tools like 'create_foods' or other 'create_groups_seeders_*' tools. The verb 'Seed' is ambiguous without context.

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

Usage Guidelines2/5

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

No guidance on when to use this tool versus alternatives. No mention of prerequisites, exclusions, or when not to use it. The agent has no basis to choose this over similar tools.

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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