get_launch_duration_histogram

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

No annotations are present, and the description does not disclose any behavioral details such as whether the operation is read-only, any authentication requirements, rate limits, or side effects. The description carries the full burden but adds nothing beyond the name.

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, well-front-loaded sentence with no wasted words. It conveys the essential purpose efficiently.

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 is too brief for the complexity (7 parameters, no output schema). It does not explain the histogram's output format, how to choose between projectId and projectName, or any constraints. An agent would lack critical context to invoke the tool correctly.

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?

All 7 parameters have detailed descriptions in the input schema (100% coverage), so the schema already provides meaning. The tool description does not add any additional parameter semantics beyond what is already in the schema.

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 'Get histogram of launch durations for a project' uses a specific verb and resource, clearly indicating the tool's primary function. It distinguishes itself from sibling tools like 'get_launch_statistic' or 'get_group_by_status' by explicitly focusing on histograms.

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 is provided on when to use this tool versus alternatives such as 'get_launch_statistic' or 'get_launch'. The description does not mention any prerequisites, optimal contexts, or exclusions.

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