Server Quality Checklist

Tool Scores

• list_honeybadger_faultsC
  2.9/5.0
  Behavior2/5

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

  No annotations are provided, so the description carries the full burden of behavioral disclosure. It states 'List recent faults' but doesn't explain what 'recent' means (e.g., time range), how results are ordered, pagination behavior, or error handling. This leaves significant gaps for a tool with 4 parameters and no output schema.

  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, clear sentence with zero waste. It's front-loaded with the core action and resource, making it highly efficient and easy to parse.

  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?

  Given the tool's complexity (4 parameters, no annotations, no output schema), the description is inadequate. It doesn't explain return values, error conditions, or behavioral traits like rate limits or authentication needs. For a list operation with filtering options, more context is needed to use it effectively.

  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 description coverage is 100%, so the schema fully documents all 4 parameters. The description adds no additional parameter information beyond implying a list operation. This meets the baseline of 3, as the schema handles the heavy lifting, but the description doesn't enhance understanding of parameter interactions or defaults.

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

  Purpose4/5

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

  The description clearly states the action ('List') and resource ('recent faults from Honeybadger'), making the purpose immediately understandable. However, it doesn't differentiate from sibling tools like 'get_honeybadger_fault' or 'get_honeybadger_notices', which likely retrieve specific items rather than lists.

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

  Usage Guidelines2/5

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

  The description provides no guidance on when to use this tool versus alternatives. It doesn't mention sibling tools like 'analyze_honeybadger_issue' or 'get_honeybadger_fault', nor does it specify use cases or prerequisites beyond the basic action.

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

• analyze_honeybadger_issueB
  3.1/5.0
  Behavior2/5

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

  No annotations are provided, so the description carries the full burden of behavioral disclosure. While 'analysis' and 'fix suggestions' imply a read-only operation, it doesn't specify whether this requires authentication, has rate limits, or what the output format looks like. For a tool with zero annotation coverage, this leaves significant behavioral gaps.

  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, efficient sentence that clearly states the tool's purpose without any wasted words. It's appropriately sized and front-loaded with the core functionality.

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

  Completeness3/5

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

  Given the tool's moderate complexity (analysis with suggestions), no annotations, and no output schema, the description is minimally adequate. It states what the tool does but lacks details on output format, error handling, or integration with siblings. It meets basic requirements but has clear gaps for effective agent use.

  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 description coverage is 100%, so the schema already documents all three parameters thoroughly. The description adds no additional parameter semantics beyond what's in the schema (e.g., it doesn't explain what 'comprehensive analysis' entails or how parameters affect it). Baseline 3 is appropriate when the schema does the heavy lifting.

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

  Purpose4/5

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

  The description clearly states the tool performs 'comprehensive analysis' of a Honeybadger issue and provides 'fix suggestions', which is a specific verb+resource combination. However, it doesn't explicitly differentiate from sibling tools like 'get_honeybadger_fault' or 'get_honeybadger_notices', which might provide similar data without analysis or suggestions.

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

  Usage Guidelines2/5

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

  The description provides no guidance on when to use this tool versus alternatives. There's no mention of when to choose this analysis tool over the sibling 'get' tools, nor any prerequisites or exclusions. The agent must infer usage from the description alone.

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

• get_honeybadger_noticesB
  3.2/5.0
  Behavior2/5

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

  No annotations are provided, so the description carries the full burden of behavioral disclosure. It states the action ('Fetch') but does not cover critical aspects like whether this is a read-only operation, potential rate limits, authentication needs, error handling, or what the return format looks like (e.g., pagination, structure). This leaves significant gaps for a tool with no annotation support.

  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, direct sentence that efficiently conveys the core purpose without any redundant or unnecessary information. It is front-loaded and appropriately sized for the tool's complexity.

  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?

  Given the lack of annotations and no output schema, the description is incomplete. It does not address behavioral traits (e.g., safety, performance) or explain what the tool returns, which is critical for a tool with three parameters and no structured output documentation. The high schema coverage is insufficient to compensate for these gaps.

  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?

  The input schema has 100% description coverage, clearly documenting all three parameters (fault_id, project_id, limit) with their purposes, optionality, and defaults. The description adds no additional parameter semantics beyond what the schema provides, so it meets the baseline for high schema coverage without compensating value.

  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 specific action ('Fetch') and resource ('notices (occurrences) for a specific fault'), distinguishing it from sibling tools like 'get_honeybadger_fault' (which fetches fault details) and 'list_honeybadger_faults' (which lists faults). It precisely defines the scope of the operation.

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

  Usage Guidelines2/5

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

  The description provides no guidance on when to use this tool versus alternatives. It does not mention sibling tools like 'analyze_honeybadger_issue' or explain scenarios where fetching notices is appropriate versus other operations, leaving the agent without contextual usage cues.

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

• get_honeybadger_faultB
  3.4/5.0
  Behavior2/5

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

  No annotations are provided, so the description carries the full burden of behavioral disclosure. It states the action ('Fetch') but does not describe what 'fetch' entails—e.g., whether it's a read-only operation, requires authentication, has rate limits, or what the return format looks like. For a tool with zero annotation coverage, this leaves significant gaps in understanding its behavior.

  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, efficient sentence that front-loads the core purpose ('Fetch a specific fault/error from Honeybadger by ID'). There is no wasted language or redundancy, making it highly concise and well-structured for quick understanding.

  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?

  Given the lack of annotations and output schema, the description is incomplete. It does not cover behavioral aspects like safety, authentication, or response format, which are crucial for a tool that fetches data. While the purpose is clear, the overall context for effective use by an AI agent is insufficient.

  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 description coverage is 100%, with both parameters ('fault_id' and 'project_id') fully described in the schema. The description adds no additional meaning beyond what the schema provides, such as explaining parameter interactions or usage nuances. Baseline 3 is appropriate when the schema does the heavy lifting.

  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 specific action ('Fetch') and resource ('a specific fault/error from Honeybadger by ID'), distinguishing it from sibling tools like 'list_honeybadger_faults' (which presumably lists multiple faults) and 'get_honeybadger_notices' (which fetches notices rather than faults). It precisely communicates the tool's function without ambiguity.

  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 implies usage by specifying 'by ID,' suggesting it's for retrieving a single, known fault. However, it does not explicitly state when to use this tool versus alternatives like 'list_honeybadger_faults' or 'analyze_honeybadger_issue,' nor does it mention prerequisites or exclusions. The guidance is implied but lacks explicit comparison.

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