octo_start_profile_by_name

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

With no annotations, the description carries the full burden and does disclose a key prerequisite: 'Requires OCTO_API_TOKEN.' It also clearly identifies the state-changing behavior by saying the tool will 'start it.' It does not describe edge cases like an already-running or missing profile, but the core behavioral and authentication facts are present.

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 only two short sentences. The core purpose is front-loaded first, and the authentication requirement is stated with no wasted words or redundant schema repetition.

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?

The description covers the essential what and auth need, and since an output schema exists, return values are already handled. The main gap is not explaining when to choose this over sibling tools such as octo_start_profile or octo_find_profile_by_name, which limits full context for tool selection.

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 provides 100% description coverage, including a helpful example for the name parameter, so the baseline applies. The tool description itself adds no parameter-level details beyond what the schema already gives.

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 a specific composite action: 'Find a profile by title and start it (find + start in one call).' The verb-resource pair is unambiguous, and the parenthetical distinguishes it from plain find or start 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?

The 'find + start in one call' phrasing signals that this tool consolidates two operations, which tells an agent when to use it. It does not explicitly name alternatives like octo_find_profile_by_name or octo_start_profile or give when-not-to-use conditions, so it falls just short of full routing guidance.

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