get_datacenter

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

No annotations are provided, so the description should disclose behavioral traits. It lacks details such as whether the operation is read-only, any prerequisites (e.g., vCenter connection), or the structure of the returned data. For a simple read operation, this is insufficient.

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, short sentence, which is concise but at the expense of necessary detail. It does not waste words, but it is too minimal to be fully useful.

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 2 parameters, the description is inadequate. It does not explain the returned data (even though an output schema exists) or how to use the optional vcenter_name parameter. For a simple tool, more completeness is expected.

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 description coverage is 0%, meaning the description adds no explanation for parameters. The parameter names 'datacenter' and 'vcenter_name' are somewhat self-explanatory, but the description does not clarify their purpose, format, or constraints beyond the schema types.

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 'Get datacenter details' clearly states the action (get) and resource (datacenter details), distinguishing it from sibling tools like 'list_datacenters' which returns a list. However, 'details' is vague and doesn't specify what information is included.

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 is provided on when to use this tool versus alternatives such as 'list_datacenters' or other get_* tools. The tool could be used to retrieve specific datacenter information, but this is not explicitly stated.

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