k8s_get_events

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

No annotations are provided, so the description carries the full burden of behavioral disclosure. While 'Get' implies a read-only operation, the description doesn't specify whether this requires specific permissions, how events are formatted or paginated, or any rate limits. For a tool with zero annotation coverage, this leaves significant gaps in understanding its operational behavior and constraints.

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 a single, efficient sentence that front-loads the core purpose ('Get cluster events') and adds necessary qualification ('optionally filtered by namespace'). There is zero waste or redundancy, making it easy to parse and understand quickly.

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 moderate complexity (read operation with filtering), 100% schema coverage, and no output schema, the description is adequate but incomplete. It covers the basic purpose and filtering, but lacks details on output format, error handling, or behavioral traits. For a tool without annotations, more context would be beneficial to fully guide usage.

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?

Schema description coverage is 100%, with both parameters ('namespace' and 'all_namespaces') clearly documented in the schema. The description adds minimal value by mentioning optional namespace filtering, but doesn't provide additional context beyond what the schema already states. This meets the baseline score of 3 for high schema coverage.

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 cluster events') and resource ('cluster events'), making the purpose immediately understandable. It distinguishes this tool from other Kubernetes tools by focusing specifically on events rather than resources like pods or deployments. However, it doesn't explicitly differentiate from potential sibling tools that might also retrieve events with different filtering capabilities.

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 implied usage guidance by mentioning 'optionally filtered by namespace,' suggesting this is the primary filtering mechanism. However, it doesn't explicitly state when to use this tool versus alternatives like k8s_get_all or other get_* tools, nor does it mention any prerequisites or exclusions. The guidance is functional but lacks comparative context.

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