bamboo_trigger_deployment

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

With no annotations provided, the description must disclose behavioral traits. It only states the action 'trigger a deployment' without clarifying whether the operation is synchronous or asynchronous, what permissions are required, or what the immediate outcome is (e.g., returns a deployment ID). This leaves significant behavioral ambiguity for an agent.

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, concise sentence that directly states the action with no superfluous words. It is front-loaded and efficient, earning its place.

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 simplicity of the tool (2 required parameters, no output schema, no annotations), the description should at least hint at the behavior (e.g., returns a deployment ID, may be asynchronous). It lacks this context, making it incomplete for an agent to fully understand the tool's use.

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 covers both parameters (version_id, environment_id) with descriptions, achieving 100% schema coverage. The description adds no additional meaning beyond the schema, so the baseline score of 3 is appropriate.

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 'Trigger a deployment to an environment', which distinguishes it from sibling tools like bamboo_trigger_build. The verb-resource combo is specific, but could be more precise by mentioning the required parameters (version_id, environment_id) that define the deployment scope.

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 versus alternatives (e.g., bamboo_trigger_build, other deployment tools). It also omits any prerequisites or context about the deployment project, such as whether the environment needs to be in a specific state.

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