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jamjet_list_agents

List all registered agents, filtered by status, skill, or protocol. Use this to discover available agents before routing work or to check agent health.

Instructions

List all agents registered in the runtime, with optional filters by status, skill, or protocol. Read-only, no side effects. Use this to discover which agents are available before routing work, or to check the health/status of registered agents. Returns a JSON object with an 'agents' array. Each entry includes the agent's ID, name, description, skills, protocol, status, and Agent Card metadata. All filter parameters are optional and can be combined — omit all to list every registered agent. Returns an empty array if no agents match the filters. Related: use jamjet_discover_agent to register a new remote agent before listing.

Input Schema

TableJSON Schema
NameRequiredDescriptionDefault
protocolNoFilter to agents using this protocol (e.g., 'a2a', 'mcp', 'rest'). Useful for finding agents reachable via a specific communication method.
skillNoFilter to agents that declare this skill (e.g., 'data-analysis', 'translation'). Matches against the agent's skills list.
statusNoFilter agents by lifecycle status. Allowed values: 'registered' (known but not started), 'active' (running and available), 'paused' (temporarily offline), 'deactivated' (permanently removed). Omit to return all statuses.
Behavior5/5

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

The description explicitly states 'Read-only, no side effects', which is critical since there are no annotations. It also clarifies behavior when no filters match (empty array).

Agents need to know what a tool does to the world before calling it. Descriptions should go beyond structured annotations to explain consequences.

Conciseness5/5

Is the description appropriately sized, front-loaded, and free of redundancy?

The description is front-loaded with the core purpose and key trait ('Read-only, no side effects'), then explains filters, return format, empty behavior, and sibling reference. Every sentence adds value.

Shorter descriptions cost fewer tokens and are easier for agents to parse. Every sentence should earn its place.

Completeness5/5

Given the tool's complexity, does the description cover enough for an agent to succeed on first attempt?

With no output schema, the description fully describes the return structure ('JSON object with an 'agents' array' and fields). It covers all key aspects: purpose, filters, side effects, error behavior, and related tool.

Complex tools with many parameters or behaviors need more documentation. Simple tools need less. This dimension scales expectations accordingly.

Parameters4/5

Does the description clarify parameter syntax, constraints, interactions, or defaults beyond what the schema provides?

Schema coverage is 100%, so baseline is 3. The description reinforces that all filters are optional and can be combined, which adds value by clarifying combinatorics not obvious from schema alone.

Input schemas describe structure but not intent. Descriptions should explain non-obvious parameter relationships and valid value ranges.

Purpose5/5

Does the description clearly state what the tool does and how it differs from similar tools?

The description clearly states the tool lists agents with optional filters, covering the verb 'list' and the resource 'agents'. It distinguishes from siblings like jamjet_discover_agent by explicitly mentioning registration.

Agents choose between tools based on descriptions. A clear purpose with a specific verb and resource helps agents select the right tool.

Usage Guidelines5/5

Does the description explain when to use this tool, when not to, or what alternatives exist?

The description explains when to use this tool: before routing work or for health checks. It contrasts with jamjet_discover_agent, which registers a new agent, providing clear alternative guidance.

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

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