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Cloud Cost MCP

by jasonwilbur

refresh_azure_full_pricing

Read-onlyIdempotent

Fetches comprehensive Azure VM pricing, including on-demand, spot, and Windows costs. Returns up to 1,199 instance types.

Instructions

Fetch comprehensive Azure VM pricing from instances.vantage.sh. Returns 1,199 instance types with on-demand, spot, and Windows pricing.

Input Schema

TableJSON Schema
NameRequiredDescriptionDefault
regionNoAzure region (default: us-east). Use list_azure_regions to see all available.
categoryNoFilter by category (e.g., "generalpurpose", "computeoptimized", "memoryoptimized")
includeSpotNoInclude spot pricing in notes
maxResultsNoMaximum results to return (default: 500)
Behavior4/5

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

Annotations already indicate read-only, non-destructive, idempotent operation. The description adds value by specifying the external data source (instances.vantage.sh) and the fixed number of instance types (1,199) with pricing details, which are not covered by annotations.

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?

Single, front-loaded sentence that efficiently conveys the tool's purpose, source, and output characteristics. No fluff; every word serves a purpose.

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

Completeness4/5

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

For a fetch tool with no output schema, the description partially explains return values (count and types of pricing). It could mention structure or format, but it provides enough context for basic selection. The schema covers parameters, so the description is reasonably complete.

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

Parameters3/5

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

Schema coverage is 100%, and each parameter already has a clear description in the input schema. The tool description adds no additional meaning or context beyond what the schema provides, so baseline score applies.

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

Purpose4/5

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

The description clearly states it fetches comprehensive Azure VM pricing from a specific source (instances.vantage.sh) and mentions the data returned (1,199 instance types, pricing types). It distinguishes from the sibling 'refresh_azure_pricing' by using 'full' and emphasizing comprehensiveness, though not explicitly contrasting them.

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

Usage Guidelines2/5

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

No explicit guidance on when to use this tool versus alternatives (e.g., 'refresh_azure_pricing'). The name implies it's the full version, but without context, an agent may not know when to choose one over the other.

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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