get_episodes

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

The description discloses a key behavioral trait: it can handle up to 50 episode IDs per call. However, with no annotations provided, it does not mention authentication requirements, rate limits, or effects of invalid IDs. More transparency would improve this score.

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

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

The description is concise with a front-loaded purpose statement. However, the inclusion of 'Args:' and a line break for parameter details is slightly verbose and could be more compact. Overall, it efficiently conveys necessary information.

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

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

Given the tool's simplicity (2 parameters, 1 required) and the presence of an output schema, the description adequately covers input semantics and the batch limit. It does not address error handling or authentication, but for a straightforward batch retrieval tool, it is sufficiently complete.

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

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

The input schema has 0% description coverage, so the description carries the full burden. It adds meaning by explaining 'episode_ids' as a list of Spotify IDs with a max of 50, and 'market' as an ISO country code. This provides essential context missing from the schema.

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

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

The description clearly states 'Get details of multiple episodes in one call (up to 50 IDs).' This specifies a precise action (get details) on a specific resource (episodes) with a clear constraint (batch limit of 50). It effectively distinguishes the tool from its sibling 'get_episode', which handles a single episode.

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

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

The description implies usage for batch retrieval of episode details but does not explicitly state when to use this tool versus alternatives like 'get_episode' or other search tools. No guidance on when not to use or prerequisites is provided.

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