Create Alerts Source

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

Annotations already indicate this is a non-read-only, non-idempotent, non-destructive, open-world operation. The description adds no behavioral context such as required permissions, validation rules, what happens if the source type is invalid, or side effects of creation.

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 single sentence is front-loaded and contains no wasted clauses, but it is far too sparse for a tool with a deeply nested input schema. It is concise without being appropriately sized.

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?

Output schema and annotations are present, so return values and basic safety need not be in the description. However, for a complex nested creation payload with source-type-specific attributes, the description provides no useful setup or payload guidance.

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?

The single 'data' parameter has no top-level description and the tool description merely says 'from provided data.' Although the nested schema is detailed, the description itself does not explain the required wrapper shape, required fields, or source_type-dependent attributes.

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 the core action, creating an alert source, but adds no detail beyond the tool name and title. 'From provided data' is tautological filler rather than a distinguishing purpose, and it does not clarify how this differs from list/get/update alert source siblings.

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?

There is no guidance on when to use this tool versus list_alerts_sources, get_alerts_source, or update_alerts_source, nor any prerequisites or exclusions. The description only restates the obvious create action.

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