get_latest_release

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

No annotations are provided, so the description carries the burden of disclosure. It does mention the return contents (description, files, links), which is useful, but does not state whether the operation is read-only, potential errors (e.g., no releases), or authentication requirements. It adds some behavioral context but remains incomplete.

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 two sentences, front-loaded with the core action and purpose, followed by a concise usage note. Every sentence contributes to understanding the tool, with no fluff or repetition.

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 (two paramters, no output schema, read-only nature implied), the description adequately covers purpose, return details, and usage context. It lacks edge-case handling (e.g., no releases) but is sufficient for the tool's complexity.

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% with descriptions for both owner and project, so the baseline is 3. The description does not add any additional meaning or context for the parameters beyond what the schema already provides.

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 tool's function: 'Get the most recent release of a project' and specifies the details returned (description, files, download links). This distinguishes it from sibling tools like get_release (specific release) and list_releases (all releases), making the purpose unambiguous.

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 explicit when-to-use guidance: 'Use this when you need the current version without browsing all releases.' This implies list_releases as an alternative but does not explicitly exclude other scenarios like needing a specific release, so it lacks a full when-not-to-use clause.

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