list_tutorials

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

Discloses max 100 results by default, but this contradicts the schema's limit default of 1000. No annotations exist, so description carries full burden. The contradiction undermines transparency. No other behavioral details (e.g., rate limits, auth needs).

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?

Two sentences, each adding distinct value: purpose and primary usage. No fluff. Well 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 no output schema, the description is minimal. It covers listing and search, but lacks details on return format, pagination, or behavior of other parameters. The limit discrepancy with schema creates confusion. Adequate for simple tool but incomplete.

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 coverage is 100%, so baseline is 3. Description adds minimal context by mentioning search by name or file path mapping to 'name' and 'path_contains', but does not explain other parameters like 'force_refresh' or repository fields. Adequate but not enriching.

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 it lists Microsoft Sentinel tutorials and learning resources with search capability. It distinguishes from sibling tools that list other resources (e.g., dashboards, detections). However, it could be more specific about the resource type.

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 listing tutorials, but does not provide explicit when-to-use or when-not-to-use guidance relative to similar tools like 'list_dashboards' or 'list_detections'. The search-by fields are mentioned but no alternatives or exclusions.

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