diaspora_tax_guide

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

With no annotations provided, the description must cover behavioral traits. It notes 'DEMO', implying it may not be a production tool, but does not elaborate on what that means (e.g., limited data, no real-time info). It also lacks any disclosure about side effects, permissions, or data accuracy.

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 sentence, concise and front-loaded with the main purpose. However, the 'DEMO' tag adds ambiguity and is unnecessary for functional description. Could be improved by removing or explaining 'DEMO'.

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's single optional parameter and low complexity, the description could be adequate, but it lacks parameter guidance and usage context. The output schema exists but the description does not leverage it to explain return structure. The 'DEMO' label also undermines 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 description coverage is 0%, so the description must explain the single parameter 'residence_country'. It does not. The agent cannot infer that this parameter tailors the advice based on the user's country of residence or that it defaults to 'USA'.

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 covers tax obligations for Kenya diaspora with dual tax considerations for US/UK/CA, distinguishing it from sibling tools like diaspora_community_guide or immigration_status_guide. However, it uses a noun phrase ('Tax obligations for Kenya diaspora') rather than a verb, and the 'DEMO' label may confuse agents about its production readiness.

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 provides no guidance on when to use this tool versus alternatives. There is no mention of prerequisites, contexts (e.g., residency status, citizenship), or exclusions. The agent must infer usage from the noun phrase alone.

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