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reload-agent

Reloads the agent configuration for Consul MCP Server, enabling updated settings to take effect immediately without restarting the agent.

Instructions

Reload agent configuration

Input Schema

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NameRequiredDescriptionDefault

No arguments

Implementation Reference

  • The handler function for the "reload-agent" tool. It calls `consul.agent.reload()` to reload the Consul agent's configuration and returns a success or error message.
    async () => {
      try {
        // @ts-ignore - The Consul type definitions are incomplete
        await consul.agent.reload();
        return { content: [{ type: "text", text: "Agent configuration reloaded successfully" }] };
      } catch (error) {
        console.error("Error reloading agent:", error);
        return { content: [{ type: "text", text: "Error reloading agent configuration" }] };
      }
    }
  • Registration of the "reload-agent" tool via `server.tool()`. It has no input parameters (empty schema) and includes the inline handler.
    server.tool(
      "reload-agent",
      "Reload agent configuration",
      {},
      async () => {
        try {
          // @ts-ignore - The Consul type definitions are incomplete
          await consul.agent.reload();
          return { content: [{ type: "text", text: "Agent configuration reloaded successfully" }] };
        } catch (error) {
          console.error("Error reloading agent:", error);
          return { content: [{ type: "text", text: "Error reloading agent configuration" }] };
        }
      }
    );
  • src/server.ts:47-47 (registration)
    Invocation of `registerAgentTools(server, consul)` which registers the "reload-agent" tool among other agent tools.
    registerAgentTools(server, consul);
Behavior2/5

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

With no annotations provided, the description carries the full burden of behavioral disclosure. It states 'reload' implies a mutation or restart action, but doesn't specify if this is destructive (e.g., interrupts services), requires permissions, has side effects, or what happens upon completion. This leaves critical behavioral traits unclear for a tool that likely affects system state.

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 a single, efficient phrase ('Reload agent configuration') that directly conveys the core action without unnecessary words. It's front-loaded and appropriately sized for a tool with no parameters, making it highly concise and well-structured.

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

Completeness2/5

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

Given the tool likely performs a system mutation (reloading configuration) with no annotations and no output schema, the description is incomplete. It doesn't explain what 'reload' entails operationally, potential impacts, or expected outcomes, leaving significant gaps in understanding for safe and effective use.

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?

The input schema has 0 parameters with 100% coverage, so no parameter documentation is needed. The description doesn't add param info, which is appropriate here. A baseline of 4 is applied since it doesn't need to compensate for any schema gaps, though it doesn't explicitly state 'no parameters required'.

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

Purpose3/5

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

The description 'Reload agent configuration' states a clear action ('reload') and target ('agent configuration'), which is better than a tautology. However, it lacks specificity about what 'reload' entails (e.g., restarting, refreshing settings) and doesn't distinguish it from siblings like 'get-agent-self' or 'get-agent-members', leaving the purpose somewhat vague.

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?

The description provides no guidance on when to use this tool versus alternatives. It doesn't mention prerequisites (e.g., after configuration changes), exclusions, or relate it to sibling tools like 'register-service' or 'deregister-service' that might affect agent behavior, resulting in minimal usage context.

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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