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  • Latest release: v0.1.0

  • Disambiguation5/5

    The two tools have clearly distinct purposes: one lists available sessions/windows/panes, and the other reads the content of a specific pane. There is no overlap or ambiguity.

    Naming Consistency5/5

    Both tools follow a consistent verb_noun pattern: list_tmux_sessions and read_tmux_pane, using snake_case throughout.

    Tool Count3/5

    With only two tools, the server is on the low end of the appropriate range. While it may serve a narrow read-only use case, it feels thin for a tmux interaction server.

    Completeness2/5

    The server lacks essential tools for writing commands, managing sessions (create, attach, close), or any interactive control. This is a significant gap for a terminal-focused server.

  • Average 4.1/5 across 2 of 2 tools scored.

    See the Tool Scores section below for per-tool breakdowns.

    • No community issues in the last 6 months
    • 0 commits in the last 12 weeks
    • No stable releases found
    • No critical vulnerability alerts
    • No high-severity vulnerability alerts
    • No code scanning findings
    • CI status not available

  • This repository is licensed under MIT License.

  • This repository includes a README.md file.

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How is the quality score calculated?

The overall quality score combines two components: Tool Definition Quality (70%) and Server Coherence (30%).

Tool Definition Quality measures how well each tool describes itself to AI agents. Every tool is scored 1–5 across six dimensions: Purpose Clarity (25%), Usage Guidelines (20%), Behavioral Transparency (20%), Parameter Semantics (15%), Conciseness & Structure (10%), and Contextual Completeness (10%). The server-level definition quality score is calculated as 60% mean TDQS + 40% minimum TDQS, so a single poorly described tool pulls the score down.

Server Coherence evaluates how well the tools work together as a set, scoring four dimensions equally: Disambiguation (can agents tell tools apart?), Naming Consistency, Tool Count Appropriateness, and Completeness (are there gaps in the tool surface?).

Tiers are derived from the overall score: A (≥3.5), B (≥3.0), C (≥2.0), D (≥1.0), F (<1.0). B and above is considered passing.

Tool Scores

  • Behavior3/5

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

    No annotations are provided, so the description must fully disclose behavior. It correctly states that reading only occurs on explicit invocation and implies a read-only operation. However, it lacks details on potential side effects, performance implications, or error conditions, making it adequate but not thorough.

    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 three sentences, each adding value: action, use case, and invocation guarantee. It is front-loaded with the primary function and contains no redundant or filler content.

    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?

    The description covers purpose and usage context well, but with no output schema or annotations, it should clarify the return format (e.g., plain text) and potential errors. The current description is adequate for a simple read tool but lacks completeness.

    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 description coverage is 100%, so the schema already documents all parameters. The tool description adds no extra semantic meaning beyond the schema, such as usage tips or interdependencies. Thus, it meets the baseline but does not exceed it.

    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 'Reads the content of a tmux pane' with a specific verb and resource. It further explains the use case for interactive sessions, and the sibling tool list_tmux_sessions has a distinct purpose (listing sessions, not reading content), so there is no ambiguity.

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

    Usage Guidelines4/5

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

    The description provides explicit context for when to use (interactive sessions like git rebase, vim, conflict resolution) and states no background monitoring. However, it does not explicitly mention when not to use or alternative tools besides the sibling, though the sibling is not a direct alternative.

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

  • Behavior3/5

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

    No annotations are provided, so the description must disclose behavioral traits. It implies no side effects by saying 'Lists', but does not explicitly state it is read-only or mention any requirements like tmux being running. Adequate but not thorough.

    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?

    Two concise sentences: the first states the action, the second gives usage guidance. No fluff, front-loaded, and efficient.

    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?

    No output schema, so the description should explain the format of the returned data (e.g., names, IDs, structure). It says 'lists' but lacks details on what fields are provided. Also missing error conditions or prerequisites like tmux being available.

    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?

    There are no parameters, so schema coverage is 100%. The description adds value by clarifying what exactly is listed (sessions, windows, and panes), beyond just the parameterless schema.

    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 lists tmux sessions, windows, and panes, which is specific and distinguishes it from the sibling tool read_tmux_pane that reads a specific pane.

    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?

    Explicitly states to use this tool before calling read_tmux_pane to discover available targets, providing clear guidance on when to use it and implying its role as a prerequisite.

    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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