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edb_unset_environment_variable

DestructiveIdempotent

Remove an environment variable from a debugged process to clear variables that may affect program behavior.

Instructions

Remove an environment variable from the debugged process. Useful for clearing variables that may affect program behavior.

Args: params (EnvironmentUnsetInput): Variable name - name (str): Variable name to unset

Returns: str: Confirmation

Input Schema

TableJSON Schema
NameRequiredDescriptionDefault
paramsYes

Output Schema

TableJSON Schema
NameRequiredDescriptionDefault
resultYes
Behavior3/5

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

Annotations already declare destructiveHint=true, readOnlyHint=false, idempotentHint=true. The description adds context about affecting the debugged process but does not elaborate beyond the annotations.

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

Conciseness4/5

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

The description is short and structured with a purpose sentence, usage note, and args/returns section. Efficient but could be more concise by removing redundant parameter details.

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?

Given the destructive annotation and output schema confirmation, the description is complete enough for a tool that unsets an environment variable in a debugger context.

Complex tools with many parameters or behaviors need more documentation. Simple tools need less. This dimension scales expectations accordingly.

Parameters3/5

Does the description clarify parameter syntax, constraints, interactions, or defaults beyond what the schema provides?

Schema coverage is 0% in context (though schema has a description for 'name'), but the tool description repeats the parameter info without adding new meaning beyond the schema.

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 the verb 'Remove' and resource 'environment variable from the debugged process', distinguishing it from sibling like edb_set_environment_variable.

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

Usage Guidelines4/5

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

The description notes it is 'useful for clearing variables that may affect program behavior', providing context for use, but does not explicitly mention when not to use or name alternatives.

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

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