civic_terminology_swahili

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

No annotations exist, and the description provides no behavioral traits. It fails to disclose whether the tool is read-only, requires authentication, or handles null inputs. The 'DEMO' suffix hints at limitations but is not explicit.

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 very short (6 words), but it is under-specified rather than concise. It lacks structure and forces the agent to guess the tool's function.

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 simple schema (1 optional param), no annotations, and existing output schema, the description is woefully incomplete. It does not explain input/output behavior or how this tool differs from similar glossary tools.

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 single parameter 'process' has 0% schema description coverage, and the tool description adds no meaning to it. The purpose and format of the parameter are completely undefined.

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 states 'Swahili translations of Kenya civic and legal processes' which identifies the domain but lacks a verb specifying the action (e.g., 'get', 'translate'). It partially distinguishes from siblings by mentioning civic/legal focus, but 'DEMO' adds ambiguity about 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?

No guidance on when to use this tool versus siblings like 'swahili_english_glossary' or 'kikuyu_language_guide'. The description does not provide context for appropriate use or exclusions.

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