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Compare Libraries Side-by-Side

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Read-onlyIdempotent

Compare two or three libraries side-by-side using live documentation to evaluate performance, TypeScript support, bundle size, or developer experience.

Instructions

Compare 2–3 libraries side-by-side. Fetches live documentation for each and presents content relevant to the comparison criteria.

Pass library NAMES (e.g. ['prisma', 'drizzle-orm']) — not registry IDs. The tool resolves them internally. Use for "X vs Y" or "which library should I choose" questions. For fetching docs about a single library, use gt_get_docs instead.

Input Schema

TableJSON Schema
NameRequiredDescriptionDefault
librariesYes2–3 library names to compare, e.g. ['prisma', 'drizzle-orm']
criteriaNoComparison angle: 'performance', 'TypeScript support', 'bundle size', 'DX'
tokensNoMax tokens per library (2000 default)
Behavior4/5

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

Annotations already cover readOnlyHint, idempotentHint, etc. Description adds that it fetches live documentation and resolves library names internally. No contradiction; adds moderate context beyond annotations.

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

Conciseness5/5

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

Description is three sentences, front-loaded with main activity, no extraneous words. Efficient and well-structured.

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 no output schema, the description adequately explains input and behavior. Could hint at return format, but not required for tool selection completeness.

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

Parameters5/5

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

Schema coverage is 100%, but description adds value by specifying library names (not registry IDs), internal resolution, and default token value. Explains criteria purpose beyond schema description.

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 tool compares libraries side-by-side, fetches live documentation, and presents content relevant to comparison criteria. It distinguishes itself from sibling tool gt_get_docs by specifying single-library use case.

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

Usage Guidelines5/5

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

Explicitly says to use for 'X vs Y' or 'which library should I choose' questions, and directs users to use gt_get_docs for single library docs. Provides clear context and 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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