get_deal

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

No annotations are provided, and the description does not disclose any behavioral traits such as read-only safety, return value, or error handling. It only states the action without describing what happens on success or failure.

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 extremely concise with two short lines: the first states the purpose, the second documents the parameter. No unnecessary words or repetition, and the key information is front-loaded.

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 (one parameter, output schema provided), the description is largely sufficient. It could mention error behavior or typical return values, but the output schema fills the return-shape gap. The minimalism is acceptable for a getter.

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 schema has 0% description coverage, but the description manually explains the parameter as 'The Nimble deal ID'. This adds a small semantic cue beyond the schema's type and title, identifying it as a Nimble-specific identifier, though it lacks format or acquisition details.

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 a single deal by ID', specifying the action (get), the resource (deal), and the selection method (by ID). This distinguishes it from sibling tools like list_deals, create_deal, and delete_deal.

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 when to use the tool: when you have a deal_id and need a single deal. However, it does not explicitly mention alternatives or when not to use it, such as using list_deals for multiple deals.

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