hs4.events.definition.get

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

Without annotations, the description carries full burden. It states the tool reads and normalizes, implying read-only and non-destructive behavior. However, it does not clarify what 'normalize' entails, performance considerations, or whether it affects any state. More behavioral details would improve clarity.

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 a single concise sentence that front-loads the verb and specifies the resource. It is efficient but could benefit from briefly listing that parameters are available for identifying the event.

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 no output schema, no annotations, and 5 parameters with no documentation, the description is incomplete. It does not explain how to use the parameters (e.g., which combination is required) or what the output looks like. A more detailed description is needed for this complex 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?

The description adds no meaning beyond the input schema. With 0% schema description coverage, the burden is on the description to explain the parameters (id, name, group, includeRaw, resolveDeviceRefs). None are mentioned, leaving the AI agent without context on their roles.

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 reads and normalizes full event definitions from persisted HS4 event files, mentioning triggers/actions/conditions. It distinguishes itself from sibling tools like hs4.events.list and hs4.events.get by specifying 'full event definitions' and 'normalize'.

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?

The description implies usage when one needs to read full event definitions, but provides no explicit guidance on when to use this tool versus alternatives like hs4.events.get or hs4.events.list. No when-not-to-use or prerequisites are mentioned.

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