create_service

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

With no annotations provided, the description must fully disclose behavioral traits. It only states 'Create a new service', indicating a write operation, but does not mention side effects, authorization requirements, idempotency, or output behavior. The description is insufficient for a mutation tool.

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 two sentences, with no fluff. The first sentence states the core action, and the second provides targeted, actionable guidance. Every word earns its place, making it highly concise and well-structured.

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 there are 7 parameters, no schema descriptions, no annotations, and an output schema exists (but not described), the description is incomplete. It does not explain what a service is, what effects creation has, what the output contains, or how to handle other parameters. It only addresses the HTTP/binary distinction.

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%, so the description should compensate. It adds meaning to three parameters (urldecode_http_requests, merge_adjacent_packets, http) by explaining when to enable them. However, it does not cover other parameters like name, port, decrypt_tls, or parse_web_sockets, leaving gaps.

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 'Create a new service', specifying the verb and resource. It distinguishes from siblings like update_service and delete_service. The additional guidance on HTTP-like vs binary services provides specific context, making the purpose highly clear.

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 explicitly advises when to enable certain parameters ('For HTTP-like services, enable... For binary services, leave them off.'), guiding the agent on parameter selection. However, it does not provide guidance on when to use this tool versus alternatives (e.g., update_service) or mention prerequisites.

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