user_getProfile

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

With no annotations provided, the description carries the full burden of behavioral disclosure. It compensates well for the missing output schema by documenting the specific returned fields (firstName, lastName, email), but omits error handling details (e.g., what happens if the user is not found), authentication requirements, or explicit confirmation that this is a safe read-only operation.

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 consists of exactly two efficient sentences with no waste: the first states the action and target, the second documents the return payload. Information is front-loaded appropriately.

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 simplicity (zero parameters, no nested objects) and lack of output schema, the description adequately covers the essential information by listing the specific profile fields returned. It appropriately delegates the 'retrieve' semantics to the tool name while expanding on the data payload.

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?

With zero parameters in the input schema, the baseline score is 4 per rubric guidelines. The description mentions 'by ID' which implies parameter requirements, but since the schema is definitively empty, no additional parameter semantics are needed or provided.

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 uses specific verbs ('Retrieve') and identifies the resource ('Operaton user' profile) and specific return fields. However, it mentions 'by ID' while the input schema contains zero parameters, which creates confusion about how the user is specified.

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 like user_list (which likely returns multiple users) or user_updateProfile. It does not mention prerequisites or conditions for use.

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