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Aggregate incident metadata, related events, similar past incidents, and log-spike detection into a single structured response for rapid incident triage.

Instructions

Aggregated incident triage: get-incident + get-events (lookback window) + search-incidents (similar on same service, last 14d) + aggregate-logs (error spike on incident's service) in one call. Replaces the 5-step triage-incident Prompt orchestration with a single structured response (incident metadata, related events, similar past incidents, log-spike heuristic, and a summary block with severity/duration/spike flag). Uses Promise.allSettled — per-fetcher failures populate caveats[].

Input Schema

TableJSON Schema
NameRequiredDescriptionDefault
incidentIdYesIncident ID. Use list-incidents or search-incidents to find one.
lookbackMinutesNoMinutes before incident creation to scan for related signals (default 60, max 720)
serviceNoOverride the service tag scan. By default, derived from incident.fields.services[0].
includeLogSpikeNoRun an aggregate-logs spike detection over the window for the incident's service
includeSimilarNoSearch for incidents on the same service in the last 14 days
extractFieldsNoComma-separated dotted paths to project from response (e.g. 'id,name,owner.name,columns.*.name'). Use `*` as wildcard for arrays/objects. Wrap field names with dots in backticks. Reduces response tokens dramatically on large entities.
Behavior5/5

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

The description goes beyond annotations by disclosing use of Promise.allSettled and caveats[] array for per-fetcher failures. Annotations (readOnlyHint=true, openWorldHint=true) are consistent with read-only aggregate behavior, and the description adds valuable implementation detail.

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

Conciseness4/5

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

The description is a single paragraph but packs all essential information without redundancy. It is front-loaded with purpose and lists components. Could benefit from slight structuring (e.g., bullet points), but it is concise and every sentence earns its place.

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

Completeness4/5

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

Given the tool's complexity and no output schema, the description provides adequate information: response structure includes incident metadata, related events, similar incidents, log-spike heuristic, and summary block with severity/duration/spike flag. It also explains fallback behavior. Slightly more detail on exact fields would improve completeness.

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

Parameters5/5

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

All 6 parameters have schema descriptions, but the tool description adds critical context: derivation of service from incident fields, default values for booleans, max for lookback, and suggestion for finding incidentId. This adds significant meaning beyond the schema.

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 aggregates multiple operations into one call, listing specific components (incident metadata, related events, similar incidents, log spike) and naming the underlying operations. It distinguishes from siblings like get-incident or search-incidents by being a composite.

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

Usage Guidelines4/5

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

The description explicitly states it replaces the 5-step `triage-incident` orchestration, giving clear context for when to use it. However, it does not provide explicit when-not-to-use scenarios or alternative sibling tools for specific needs.

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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