get_ministry_team

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

No annotations provided. The description only says 'Retrieve', implying a read operation, but does not disclose any behavioral traits like permissions, side effects, or rate limits. The output schema exists, which helps, but the description could add more context.

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 sentence, very concise. However, it is underspecified and could be more informative without becoming verbose. It is not tautological, but it barely meets the minimum.

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 tool has an output schema and only one parameter, the description is minimally complete for a straightforward retrieval. However, it lacks context about what a 'ministry team' is or how the ID relates to other resources, leaving some gaps for an 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?

Schema coverage is 0% for parameters. The description says 'by its ID', which adds minimal meaning beyond the schema's required integer 'id'. It does not clarify the ID format, range, or source. With low schema coverage, the description should compensate but fails to do so.

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?

Clearly states it retrieves a single Rotas ministry team by ID. The verb 'Retrieve' and the resource 'ministry team' are specific, and it distinguishes from sibling tools like list_ministry_teams (which lists all) and get_ministry (different resource).

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 explicit when-to-use or when-not-to-use guidance. The description implies it is for fetching a specific team by ID, but does not mention alternatives or prerequisites. It is adequate for a simple get-by-ID operation but lacks depth.

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