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posthog-mcp

by johnnikolo

list_events

Retrieve recent events from your PostHog project, filtered by name, date range, or user ID.

Instructions

Fetch recent events from a PostHog project. Supports filtering by event name and date range. Returns up to 100 events by default.

Input Schema

TableJSON Schema
NameRequiredDescriptionDefault
afterNoISO 8601 datetime — only return events after this timestamp, e.g. '2024-01-01T00:00:00Z'
eventNoFilter to a specific event name, e.g. '$pageview' or 'user_signed_up'
limitNoMaximum number of events to return (1–500, default 100)
beforeNoISO 8601 datetime — only return events before this timestamp
distinct_idNoFilter events to a specific user's distinct ID
Behavior3/5

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

The description mentions the default limit of 100 events and filtering support, but lacks details on ordering, pagination, or how date range interacts with 'recent'. With no annotations, more behavioral context would be beneficial.

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

Conciseness4/5

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

Two concise sentences that front-load the main purpose. No wasted words, but could be structured to highlight key behaviors first.

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

Completeness3/5

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

With no output schema and moderate complexity, the description covers filtering and default limit but does not mention return format, authentication, or error conditions. Adequate but not 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% with descriptions for all 5 parameters. The description adds no extra meaning beyond the schema, so baseline score of 3 is appropriate.

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 it fetches events from PostHog and supports filtering by name and date range. It is specific and distinguishes from siblings like get_feature_flags or get_insights.

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

Usage Guidelines3/5

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

Usage is implied by the description (fetch recent events with filters) but there is no explicit guidance on when to use this tool over alternatives or when not to use it.

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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