get_release

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

With no annotations, the description carries the burden. It discloses the tool's output in detail (title, description, tag name, attached files with download links, checksums) and clarifies the input type (UUID not tag). This is substantial behavioral transparency for a read-only tool, though it omits error handling and permission requirements.

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?

Two sentences, front-loaded with the core action, followed by return details and a usage tip. Every sentence adds value and there is no redundancy.

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?

For a simple 3-parameter retrieval tool with no output schema, the description covers the primary purpose, return content, and a key prerequisite (list_releases). It does not address error cases or mention related tools like get_latest_release, but is sufficiently complete for the tool's simplicity.

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 100%, so the baseline is 3. The description adds a small clarification that releaseUuid is not a tag name, but does not significantly deepen understanding of owner or project beyond the schema descriptions.

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 purpose: 'Get full details of a release by its UUID' with specific verb and resource. It distinguishes itself from siblings like get_latest_release and list_releases by emphasizing UUID-based lookup and explicitly noting 'not tag name'.

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?

Provides explicit guidance to use list_releases first to obtain UUIDs, which is a clear alternative/prerequisite. The 'not tag name' note also acts as a when-not guidance. However, it does not explicitly mention get_latest_release as an alternative for latest release, so slightly below a 5.

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