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create-fleet-schedule

Automate fleet agent upgrade scheduling by defining maintenance windows and targeting hosts with a filter query.

Instructions

Create an automated schedule for fleet agent upgrades with maintenance windows

Input Schema

TableJSON Schema
NameRequiredDescriptionDefault
nameYesName of the schedule
queryYesFilter query to select target hosts
ruleYesRecurrence rule for the schedule
statusNoSchedule status
versionToLatestNoNumber of versions behind latest to target (0 = latest)
Behavior2/5

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

With no annotations provided, the description carries the full burden. It only indicates a creation/mutation operation but does not disclose behavioral traits such as required permissions, side effects (e.g., whether it overwrites existing schedules), or scheduling behavior. Minimal behavioral context.

Agents need to know what a tool does to the world before calling it. Descriptions should go beyond structured annotations to explain consequences.

Conciseness5/5

Is the description appropriately sized, front-loaded, and free of redundancy?

The description is a single, front-loaded sentence that efficiently communicates the tool's essence without extraneous words. Every part earns its place.

Shorter descriptions cost fewer tokens and are easier for agents to parse. Every sentence should earn its place.

Completeness2/5

Given the tool's complexity, does the description cover enough for an agent to succeed on first attempt?

For a creation tool with 5 parameters (3 required, nested objects) and no output schema, the description is too brief. It does not explain what a fleet schedule is, how creation works, return values, or post-creation behavior. The agent lacks sufficient context to fully utilize the tool.

Complex tools with many parameters or behaviors need more documentation. Simple tools need less. This dimension scales expectations accordingly.

Parameters3/5

Does the description clarify parameter syntax, constraints, interactions, or defaults beyond what the schema provides?

Schema coverage is 100%, so the baseline is 3. The description adds minimal value beyond the schema, primarily by mentioning 'maintenance windows' which relates to the rule parameter. It does not elaborate on parameter specifics but provides the overarching purpose.

Input schemas describe structure but not intent. Descriptions should explain non-obvious parameter relationships and valid value ranges.

Purpose5/5

Does the description clearly state what the tool does and how it differs from similar tools?

The description clearly states the tool creates an automated schedule for fleet agent upgrades with maintenance windows. It uses a specific verb ('create') and resource ('fleet schedule'), and distinguishes itself from sibling tools like 'trigger-fleet-schedule' and 'update-fleet-schedule'.

Agents choose between tools based on descriptions. A clear purpose with a specific verb and resource helps agents select the right tool.

Usage Guidelines3/5

Does the description explain when to use this tool, when not to, or what alternatives exist?

The description does not explicitly state when to use this tool versus alternatives like 'update-fleet-schedule' or 'trigger-fleet-schedule'. The usage context is implied for creating new schedules, but no when-not-to-use or alternative guidance is provided.

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

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