twitch_schedule

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

No annotations are provided, so the description carries full burden for behavioral transparency. It only says 'get ... schedule', but does not disclose that authentication credentials (client_id, client_secret) may be required, or any rate limits, data freshness, or response format. This is insufficient for safe invocation.

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?

While the description is short (one sentence), it is too brief to be useful. It lacks any structured breakdown of usage, parameters, or behavior. It is underspecified rather than appropriately concise.

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?

For a tool with 3 parameters, no output schema, and no annotations, the description is incomplete. It does not explain authentication needs, parameter meanings, or what the returned schedule looks like. The agent would likely need to guess or fail on first attempt.

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; the description adds no parameter information. broadcaster_id, client_id, and client_secret are not explained, leaving the agent without context on how to obtain or format these values.

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 the action (get) and resource (Twitch channel's streaming schedule). It is specific enough to distinguish from sibling tools like twitch_get_stream (current live stream) and twitch_channel_info (channel details), as schedule refers to future planned streams.

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 provides no guidance on when to use this tool vs alternatives, no prerequisites, no mention of authentication requirements (client_id/client_secret), and no exclusion criteria. The agent must infer usage context from the tool name alone.

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