jira_sprint_create

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

With no annotations provided, the description bears full responsibility for behavioral disclosure. It only says the tool creates a sprint and returns YAML, but omits details on authorization needs, rate limits, side effects (e.g., does it auto-start the sprint?), or any safety information. The behavioral transparency is insufficient.

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 concise: two sentences that efficiently convey the purpose and a note about the CLI mirror. Every sentence adds value without 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?

Given that there is no output schema, the description should explain the return YAML format or structure, but it does not. It also lacks context about the relationship to the board or constraints on dates. For a creation tool, this is incomplete.

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 input schema has 100% description coverage for all parameters, so the baseline is 3. The tool description adds no extra meaning beyond the schema; it does not explain parameter relationships or constraints (e.g., start_date must be before end_date). Thus, it contributes nothing beyond the schema.

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 creates a new sprint on a JIRA agile board and returns YAML. The verb 'Create' and resource 'new sprint' are specific, and it is distinct from sibling tools like jira_sprint_update or jira_sprint_list.

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?

No guidelines are given about when to use this tool vs alternatives. There is no mention of prerequisites (e.g., needing board membership) or when not to use it. The description only notes it mirrors a CLI command, which provides minimal usage context.

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