inspect_odoo_module

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

No annotations are provided, so the description must disclose behavioral traits. It implies a read-only inspection but does not state return values, error behavior, dependency-checking semantics, or whether the operation has side effects.

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 purpose is front-loaded in a clear sentence, followed by compact parameter documentation. Every part of the description adds necessary information because the schema itself has no property descriptions.

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?

The description is minimally complete for invocation: it explains both required parameters and the basic purpose. However, with no annotations, no output schema, and 0% schema description coverage, it omits return values and dependency-checking behavior, leaving important context gaps.

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 description coverage is 0%, but the description compensates well by documenting both parameters: addon_path is the absolute addon directory, and addons_directories is an array of absolute paths to addon-containing directories with examples like standard, enterprise, and custom addons.

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 states a specific verb and resource: inspecting an Odoo addon manifest and checking dependencies across addons directories. It is clear what the tool does, though it does not explicitly distinguish itself from siblings like validate_odoo_manifest or check_odoo_addon_health.

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 gives no explicit guidance on when to use this tool versus alternatives such as validate_odoo_manifest or check_odoo_addon_health. Usage is only implied by the purpose statement, leaving the agent to infer context.

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