Display Ansible inventory in YAML format for infrastructure configuration management.
[SAFE] Show Ansible inventory in YAML format
This tool declares no required parameters. Add optional parameters from the input schema as needed.
{
"id": 1,
"jsonrpc": "2.0",
"method": "tools/call",
"params": {
"arguments": {},
"name": "iac_ansible_inventory"
}
}| Name | Required | Description | Default |
|---|---|---|---|
| inventoryFile | No |
Changes observed during successful MCP inspections.
v1.0.0Does the description disclose side effects, auth requirements, rate limits, or destructive behavior?
The description includes a custom '[SAFE]' tag indicating non-destructive behavior, but does not disclose other traits like whether it reads a local file or queries a remote source, or any permissions needed. Annotations are missing, so the description carries the full burden.
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 concise sentence, but it is too brief; it could include more useful information without being verbose. The structure is adequate but not exemplary.
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 the simple structure (only one parameter, no output schema, no annotations), the description is incomplete. It does not explain the return format (YAML output) or how the parameter affects behavior. Missing essential context for effective use.
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 only parameter 'inventoryFile' has no description in the schema (0% coverage) and the description does not explain its purpose, format, defaults, or whether it's optional. This leaves the agent without guidance on how to use the parameter.
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?
Description clearly states the tool 'Show Ansible inventory in YAML format', with a specific verb and resource. It distinguishes from sibling tools like iac_ansible_playbook_run, but lacks detail on what exactly is shown (e.g., all hosts, groups).
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 guidance on when to use this tool vs alternatives like remote_host_inventory or iac_ansible_playbook_run. No prerequisites or context provided.
Agents often have multiple tools that could apply. Explicit usage guidance like "use X instead of Y when Z" prevents misuse.