ncloud_create_maintenance

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

With only destructiveHint=false annotation, the description adds no additional behavioral information. It does not disclose side effects, return values, validation rules, or implications of creating a maintenance schedule, leaving the agent with limited understanding of the operation's behavior.

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 a single, focused sentence that efficiently conveys the core action and object. It is front-loaded with the verb and resource, contains no redundant phrasing, and every word contributes to the meaning.

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?

Despite full schema coverage, the description lacks crucial context such as what a 'planned maintenance schedule' entails, the meaning of the 'dimensions' object, expected return values, and any constraints or prerequisites. For a create operation with nested parameters and no output schema, this sparse description leaves significant gaps for the agent.

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?

All 5 parameters have complete schema descriptions (100% coverage), so the baseline is 3. The description adds no extra parameter semantics beyond what the schema already specifies, which is acceptable given the schema's thoroughness.

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 uses the specific verb 'Create' with a distinct resource 'planned maintenance schedule in Cloud Insight', clearly indicating the tool's action and focus. It differentiates from sibling tools like update_maintenance, delete_maintenance, and list_maintenances by specifying creation of a new schedule.

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 offers no guidance on when to use this tool versus alternatives, lacks any prerequisites or context, and does not mention that this tool is for creating new schedules while others handle updates or deletions. No usage scenarios or exclusions are provided.

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