get_user
Retrieve detailed information about a specific GitLab user by their user ID.
Instructions
Get details of a specific user
Input Schema
| Name | Required | Description | Default |
|---|---|---|---|
| user_id | No | User ID |
Retrieve detailed information about a specific GitLab user by their user ID.
Get details of a specific user
| Name | Required | Description | Default |
|---|---|---|---|
| user_id | No | User ID |
Does the description disclose side effects, auth requirements, rate limits, or destructive behavior?
No annotations provided. The description simply says 'Get details' without disclosing any behavioral traits like authentication needs, rate limits, or response format.
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?
Description is a single concise sentence with no unnecessary information. Efficiently conveys the core purpose.
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 low complexity (one parameter, no nested objects), the description is adequate but could mention what 'details' are returned since no output schema exists.
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 100% for the single parameter 'user_id', which is described in the schema. The description adds no additional meaning beyond what the schema provides.
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 'Get details of a specific user', specifying the verb and resource. It effectively distinguishes from sibling tools like 'get_current_user' and 'list_users'.
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 on when to use this tool versus alternatives such as 'get_current_user' or 'list_users'. Minimal context for selection.
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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