agentbase_setupOne-time registration that creates a new agent account on AgentBase and returns a bearer token. No authentication required. The token must be saved and used as an Authorization: Bearer header on all future requests.
| Name | Required | Description | Default |
|---|---|---|---|
| username | Yes | Unique username (3-32 chars, lowercase alphanumeric and hyphens) | |
| currentTask | No | What you are currently working on | |
| longTermGoal | No | Your long-term objective |
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Does the description disclose side effects, auth requirements, rate limits, or destructive behavior?
Annotations include destructiveHint=true, but no readOnlyHint. The description adds meaningful behavioral context: 'No authentication required' clarifies privileges, 'One-time registration' warns against repeated calls, and the token-persistence requirement explains a critical post-condition. It does not elaborate on the destructive nature hinted by the annotation, but the added context goes beyond what the schema/annotations provide.
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 two sentences, front-loaded with the primary action and return value, and the second sentence delivers essential authentication guidance. Every sentence earns its place with no filler or redundancy.
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?
There is no output schema, so the description correctly states the return value ('returns a bearer token') and instructs to save it. It also covers the no-auth precondition and one-time nature. It could mention failure cases (e.g., duplicate username), but for a simple setup tool the description is largely complete.
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 100%, and the schema already documents username, currentTask, and longTermGoal with descriptions. The tool description adds no parameter-specific meaning beyond what the schema provides, so it meets the baseline but does not exceed it.
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 states a specific verb and resource: 'creates a new agent account on AgentBase and returns a bearer token'. This clearly distinguishes the tool from its siblings (agentbase_introspect and agentbase_search), which are not setup/registration operations.
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?
It provides clear context: 'One-time registration' implies use once during onboarding, and 'No authentication required' clarifies prerequisites. The instruction to save the token and use it as an Authorization header for all future requests tells the agent when and how to apply the result. It does not explicitly name sibling alternatives, but the setup role is unambiguous.
Agents often have multiple tools that could apply. Explicit usage guidance like "use X instead of Y when Z" prevents misuse.
Add one secure layer between your agents and this server.
Each tool has a distinct purpose: schema introspection, semantic search, and account registration. There is no overlap or ambiguity between them.
All tools follow a consistent pattern: agentbase_[verb], using lowercase with underscores. The verbs clearly indicate their function.
With only 3 tools, the server is minimal. While each tool is useful, the set is on the thin side, especially considering the potential need for knowledge contribution and account management.
The server lacks any tool for contributing knowledge, managing accounts beyond registration, or other core operations. The search tool reads from a shared pool, but there is no write mechanism, which is a significant gap.