arch-mcp

analyze_makepkg_conf

Read-only

Parse and analyze Arch Linux's makepkg.conf to extract CFLAGS, MAKEFLAGS, compression settings, and build configuration.

Instructions

[CONFIG] Parse and analyze makepkg.conf. Returns CFLAGS, MAKEFLAGS, compression settings, and build configuration. Only works on Arch Linux. Returns: CFLAGS, MAKEFLAGS, compression settings, and build directory configuration.

Tool call template

This tool declares no required parameters. Add optional parameters from the input schema as needed.

{
  "id": 1,
  "jsonrpc": "2.0",
  "method": "tools/call",
  "params": {
    "arguments": {},
    "name": "analyze_makepkg_conf"
  }
}

Input Schema

Name	Required	Description	Default
No arguments

Schema Changelog

Changes observed during successful MCP inspections.

AddedNov 14, 2025

TDQS

A3.8/5.0

Behavior3/5

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

Annotations declare readOnlyHint=true, and the description adds that it returns configuration details. No mention of potential errors or file requirements beyond Arch Linux. The description does not contradict annotations.

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

Conciseness3/5

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

The description is short but contains redundant listing of return values twice ('Returns CFLAGS, MAKEFLAGS, compression settings, and build configuration'). This could be streamlined.

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

Completeness4/5

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

For a zero-parameter, read-only config parser, the description adequately covers purpose, output, and platform constraint. It does not require an output schema since returns are enumerated.

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 tool has zero parameters, and the description does not need to add detail beyond the schema, which is already 100% covered. Baseline 4 applies as per guidelines.

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

Purpose5/5

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

The description clearly states it parses and analyzes makepkg.conf and lists specific returns (CFLAGS, MAKEFLAGS, etc.). It uniquely distinguishes from sibling tools like analyze_pacman_conf by focusing on the build configuration file.

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

Usage Guidelines3/5

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

It explicitly notes 'Only works on Arch Linux', which is a key constraint. However, it does not provide guidance on when to use this tool over similar siblings (e.g., analyze_pacman_conf) nor when not to use it.

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