get_articles

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

No annotations provided. Description correctly identifies read-only behavior (listing) and ordering, but lacks details on pagination, rate limits, or authentication.

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?

Single, front-loaded sentence conveying core purpose and default behavior. No wasted words.

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?

For a listing tool with 9 parameters and no output schema, description adequately covers purpose and order. Could mention defaults (e.g., per_page=30) or typical filter combinations for completeness.

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?

Schema covers all 9 parameters with descriptions (100% coverage). Description adds no extra meaning beyond 'optional filters', so baseline 3.

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 'List published articles from DEV Community with optional filters' and specifies default ordering by descending popularity. Distinguishes well from siblings like get_article_by_id.

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 explicit when-to-use or alternative guidance. Implies use for filtered listings, but does not contrast with single-article or user-specific tools.

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