Git MCP
Provides comprehensive Git operations including repository management, commits, branches, files, tags, and advanced features like cherry-pick, submodules, and worktrees.
Enables integration with Gitea platform for managing repositories, issues, pull requests, releases, webhooks, and user operations.
Offers full GitHub integration including repository operations, issues, pull requests, plus GitHub-exclusive features like workflows, actions, deployments, security, analytics, code review, codespaces, gists, and projects.
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GIT MCP Server
Professional MCP (Model Context Protocol) server for Git operations with multi-provider support, enhanced security, and comprehensive safety features.
Features
🚀 17 Specialized Git Tools - Complete Git workflow coverage with safety warnings
🔄 Multi-Provider Support - GitHub and Gitea simultaneously with credential validation
🔒 Security-First Design - Read-only file operations, no content modification via API
🚨 Safety Warnings - Comprehensive warnings for destructive operations
🛡️ Enhanced Error Handling - Detailed diagnostics with actionable solutions
📋 Comprehensive Validation - Pre-execution validation with helpful guidance
🔧 IDE/Client Compatibility - Universal aliases for different MCP client expectations
📦 NPM Distribution - Easy installation via npx
🤖 AI Agent Integration - Designed for AI agent workflows with safety controls
Quick Start
Installation & Usage
# Run directly with npx (recommended)
npx @andrebuzeli/git-mcp@latest
# Or install globally
npm install -g @andrebuzeli/git-mcp
git-mcpConfiguration
Set up your provider credentials via environment variables:
GitHub Configuration
export GITHUB_TOKEN="your_github_token"
export GITHUB_USERNAME="your_username"Gitea Configuration
export GITEA_URL="https://your-gitea-instance.com"
export GITEA_TOKEN="your_gitea_token"
export GITEA_USERNAME="your_username"Multi-Provider Support
Configure both GitHub and Gitea to use provider="both" in tool calls.
Available Tools
Tool | Description | Operations | Safety Features |
| Core Git operations | init, status, commit, sync, backup, create, list, get, update, delete, fork, search | Repository deletion warnings |
| Read-only file operations | read, list, search, backup | File modification blocked |
| Branch management | create, list, get, delete, merge, compare | Branch deletion warnings |
| Issue management | create, list, get, update, close, comment, search | - |
| Pull request management | create, list, get, update, merge, close, review, search | - |
| Tag management | create, list, get, delete, search | - |
| Release management | create, list, get, update, delete, publish, download | - |
| Remote repository management | add, remove, rename, show, set-url, prune | - |
| ⚠️ Repository reset | soft, mixed, hard, reset-to-commit, reset-branch | Hard reset warnings |
| Stash management | stash, pop, apply, list, show, drop, clear | - |
| Git configuration | get, set, unset, list, edit, show | - |
| Repository monitoring | status, changes, health | - |
| Repository backup | create, restore, list, verify | - |
| Repository archiving | create, extract, list, verify | - |
| Repository synchronization | sync, status | - |
| Package management | list, get, create, update, delete, publish, download | - |
| Repository analytics | stats, insights, reports | - |
Security Features
🔒 File Operations Restriction
The git-files tool is read-only only for security reasons:
✅ Allowed Operations:
read- Read file contentlist- List directory contentssearch- Search file contentbackup- Create local backups
❌ Blocked Operations:
create- Create new files (blocked)update- Modify existing files (blocked)delete- Delete files (blocked)
Why? File content modification should be done through your local development environment, not via remote API calls.
🚨 Safety Warnings
Destructive operations include comprehensive safety warnings:
Git Reset Warnings
{
"tool": "git-reset",
"params": {
"action": "hard",
"projectPath": "/path/to/project"
}
}Result: Detailed warning about data loss with alternatives:
git reset --soft(keeps changes staged)git reset --mixed(keeps changes unstaged)git stash(saves changes temporarily)
Branch Deletion Warnings
{
"tool": "git-branches",
"params": {
"action": "delete",
"branchName": "feature-branch"
}
}Result: Warning about permanent branch deletion with suggestions:
Ensure branch is merged first
Create backup branch before deletion
Check for unmerged commits
🔍 Enhanced Error Handling
All tools provide detailed error messages with actionable solutions:
Example Error Response:
{
"success": false,
"error": {
"code": "BRANCH_NOT_FOUND",
"message": "Branch not found",
"suggestions": [
"Check if the branch name is correct",
"Use git branch -a to see all available branches",
"Ensure the branch exists on the remote repository"
]
}
}Usage Examples
Local Git Operations
{
"tool": "git-workflow",
"params": {
"action": "status",
"projectPath": "/path/to/project"
}
}{
"tool": "git-workflow",
"params": {
"action": "commit",
"projectPath": "/path/to/project",
"message": "Add new feature"
}
}Remote Repository Operations
{
"tool": "git-workflow",
"params": {
"action": "create",
"projectPath": "/path/to/project",
"provider": "github",
"name": "my-new-repo",
"description": "My new repository",
"private": true
}
}Safe File Operations (Read-Only)
{
"tool": "git-files",
"params": {
"action": "read",
"projectPath": "/path/to/project",
"filePath": "README.md"
}
}Destructive Operations (With Warnings)
{
"tool": "git-reset",
"params": {
"action": "hard",
"projectPath": "/path/to/project",
"confirmDestructive": true
}
}Error Codes Reference
Common Error Codes
Code | Description | Solution |
| Parameter validation failed | Check required parameters and format |
| Directory is not a Git repository | Use |
| No changes to commit | Make changes first |
| Merge conflicts detected | Resolve conflicts before proceeding |
| Permission denied | Check credentials and access rights |
| Provider not configured | Set up GitHub or Gitea credentials |
| Network connectivity issue | Check internet connection |
| File modification blocked | Use read-only operations only |
| Destructive operation detected | Review warning and confirm if needed |
Git-Specific Error Codes
Code | Description | Solution |
| Branch already exists | Use different name or delete existing |
| Branch not found | Check branch name and remote config |
| Uncommitted changes | Commit or stash changes first |
| Repository in detached HEAD state | Create branch or checkout existing |
| Cannot lock Git reference | Wait for other operations to complete |
Configuration Guide
Environment Variables
Required for GitHub:
GITHUB_TOKEN- Personal access token with repo permissionsGITHUB_USERNAME- Your GitHub username
Required for Gitea:
GITEA_URL- Your Gitea instance URL (e.g.,https://git.example.com)GITEA_TOKEN- Personal access tokenGITEA_USERNAME- Your Gitea username
Credential Validation
The server automatically validates credentials on startup:
✅ Valid credentials - API connectivity confirmed
❌ Invalid token - Authentication failed
🌐 Network error - Cannot reach provider API
⚠️ Partial failure - Some providers failed validation
Setup Instructions
Generate GitHub Token:
Go to GitHub Settings → Developer settings → Personal access tokens
Create token with
reposcopeCopy token to
GITHUB_TOKENenvironment variable
Generate Gitea Token:
Go to your Gitea instance → Settings → Applications
Generate new token with appropriate permissions
Copy token to
GITEA_TOKENenvironment variable
Test Configuration:
# Start the server to see validation results npx @andrebuzeli/git-mcp@latest
Troubleshooting
Common Issues
"Provider not configured" error:
Check environment variables are set correctly
Verify token has required permissions
Test API connectivity manually
"Operation restricted" error:
File modification operations are blocked for security
Use read-only operations:
read,list,search,backupMake file changes through your local development environment
"Safety warning" error:
Review the detailed warning message
Consider safer alternatives suggested
Use
confirmDestructive: trueonly if absolutely necessary
"Network error" errors:
Check internet connectivity
Verify provider URLs are correct
Check firewall/proxy settings
Getting Help
Check error messages - They include specific suggestions
Review safety warnings - They explain risks and alternatives
Validate credentials - Server validates on startup
Use read-only operations - Safe file operations are always available
Development
Building from Source
git clone https://github.com/your-repo/git-mcp.git
cd git-mcp
npm install
npm run buildTesting
npm testLicense
MIT License - see LICENSE file for details.
Contributing
Fork the repository
Create a feature branch
Make your changes
Add tests for new functionality
Submit a pull request
⚠️ Important Security Notes:
File content modification is intentionally restricted for security
Always review safety warnings before destructive operations
Keep your API tokens secure and rotate them regularly
Use
confirmDestructive: trueonly when absolutely necessary
Available Tools
18 toolsgit-analyticsC
Git analytics and statistics tool for repository analysis. Supports stats, commits, and contributors operations. Provides comprehensive analytics for Git repositories.
| Name | Required | Description | Default |
|---|---|---|---|
| action | Yes | The analytics operation to perform | |
| author | No | Filter commits by author (for commits operation) | |
| branch | No | Specific branch to analyze (default: current branch) | |
| committer | No | Filter commits by committer (for commits operation) | |
| excludePaths | No | Paths to exclude from analysis | |
| format | No | Output format for results | |
| grep | No | Search in commit messages (for commits operation) | |
| groupBy | No | Group statistics by time period (for stats operation) | |
| includeFileTypes | No | Include file type analysis (for stats operation) | |
| includeMerges | No | Include merge commits in analysis | |
| includePaths | No | Specific paths to include in analysis | |
| includeStats | No | Include file change statistics (for commits operation) | |
| limit | No | Maximum number of results to return | |
| minCommits | No | Minimum commits threshold (for contributors operation) | |
| owner | No | Repository owner (for remote operations) | |
| projectPath | Yes | Absolute path to the project directory | |
| provider | No | Provider for enhanced remote analytics (optional) | |
| ref | No | Specific ref to analyze (commit, tag, etc.) | |
| repo | No | Repository name (for remote operations) | |
| since | No | Start date for analysis (ISO date or relative like "1 week ago") | |
| sortBy | No | Sort contributors by field (for contributors operation) | |
| until | No | End date for analysis (ISO date or relative like "yesterday") |
TDQS
Does the description disclose side effects, auth requirements, rate limits, or destructive behavior?
With no annotations provided, the description carries the full burden of behavioral disclosure. While it mentions 'comprehensive analytics,' it doesn't describe what the tool actually returns, whether it performs read-only operations, what permissions are required, whether it works on local vs remote repositories, or any performance characteristics. The description is too high-level to guide an agent on what to expect from tool execution.
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 reasonably concise with three sentences, but it's repetitive ('analytics' appears three times, 'Git' twice) and doesn't front-load the most critical information. The first sentence could be more specific about the tool's core function. While not overly verbose, the description doesn't efficiently communicate value beyond the tool name.
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?
For a complex tool with 22 parameters, no annotations, and no output schema, the description is inadequate. It doesn't explain what 'comprehensive analytics' means in practice, what format results are returned in, or how the three action types differ in output. The agent would struggle to understand what this tool actually produces when invoked, despite the detailed parameter schema.
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%, so the schema already documents all 22 parameters thoroughly. The description adds no parameter-specific information beyond mentioning 'stats, commits, and contributors operations' which loosely maps to the 'action' parameter enum. No additional syntax, format details, or parameter relationships are explained in the description beyond what's already in the schema.
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 it's a 'Git analytics and statistics tool for repository analysis' which gives a general purpose, but it's vague about what specific analytics are provided. It mentions 'stats, commits, and contributors operations' but doesn't clearly distinguish this from sibling tools like git-branches or git-files that might also provide analytics. The description doesn't specify a clear verb+resource combination beyond 'analysis'.
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?
The description provides no guidance on when to use this tool versus alternatives. With many sibling tools available (git-branches, git-issues, git-pulls, etc.), there's no indication of when analytics operations should be performed through this tool versus others. The description doesn't mention prerequisites, dependencies, or any context for choosing this specific analytics tool.
Agents often have multiple tools that could apply. Explicit usage guidance like "use X instead of Y when Z" prevents misuse.
git-archiveC
Archive operations for Git repositories. Supports archive creation, extraction, listing, and verification.
| Name | Required | Description | Default |
|---|---|---|---|
| action | Yes | The archive operation to perform | |
| archivePath | No | Path to the archive file | |
| checkIntegrity | No | Check archive integrity during verification (default: false) | |
| format | No | Archive format (default: tar) | |
| includeSubmodules | No | Include submodules in archive (default: false) | |
| outputPath | No | Output path for archive creation | |
| overwrite | No | Overwrite existing files during extraction (default: false) | |
| prefix | No | Prefix for archive contents | |
| projectPath | Yes | Path to the Git repository (required) | |
| ref | No | Git reference to archive (branch, tag, commit, default: HEAD) | |
| showDetails | No | Show detailed file information when listing (default: false) | |
| targetPath | No | Target path for extraction |
TDQS
Does the description disclose side effects, auth requirements, rate limits, or destructive behavior?
With no annotations provided, the description carries full burden but offers minimal behavioral insight. It mentions the four operation types but doesn't disclose critical behaviors like whether operations are destructive, what permissions are required, how errors are handled, or what output formats to expect. For a tool with 12 parameters and multiple operations, this leaves significant gaps in understanding tool behavior.
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 exceptionally concise and well-structured in a single sentence that efficiently communicates the tool's scope and four main operations. Every word earns its place with zero redundancy or unnecessary elaboration, making it easy to parse quickly.
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?
For a complex tool with 12 parameters, 4 distinct operations, no annotations, and no output schema, the description is insufficiently complete. It doesn't explain how operations differ, what each returns, error conditions, or behavioral nuances. The agent would need to rely heavily on parameter names and schema descriptions to understand proper usage.
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%, providing comprehensive parameter documentation. The description adds minimal value beyond the schema, only implying that parameters relate to archive operations without explaining how they interact across different actions. The baseline score of 3 reflects adequate schema coverage despite the description's limited contribution.
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 the tool performs 'archive operations for Git repositories' and enumerates the four specific operations (create, extract, list, verify). It distinguishes this from sibling tools like git-branches or git-tags by focusing on archive functionality, though it doesn't explicitly contrast with similar tools like git-backup.
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?
The description provides no guidance on when to use this tool versus alternatives. It doesn't mention when to choose git-archive over git-backup or other sibling tools, nor does it specify prerequisites or appropriate contexts for each operation type. The agent must infer usage from the operation names alone.
Agents often have multiple tools that could apply. Explicit usage guidance like "use X instead of Y when Z" prevents misuse.
git-backupC
Comprehensive backup system for Git repositories. Supports backup creation, restoration, listing, and verification.
| Name | Required | Description | Default |
|---|---|---|---|
| action | Yes | The backup operation to perform | |
| backupPath | No | Path for backup storage or backup file to restore/verify | |
| checkIntegrity | No | Check backup integrity during verification (default: false) | |
| compression | No | Enable compression (default: true) | |
| format | No | Backup format (default: tar) | |
| includeUntracked | No | Include untracked files in backup (default: false) | |
| name | No | Backup name/identifier (for backup operation) | |
| overwrite | No | Overwrite existing files during restore (default: false) | |
| projectPath | Yes | Path to the Git repository (required) | |
| sortBy | No | Sort criteria for listing backups (default: date) | |
| targetPath | No | Target path for restoration (for restore operation) |
TDQS
Does the description disclose side effects, auth requirements, rate limits, or destructive behavior?
With no annotations provided, the description carries full burden but offers minimal behavioral insight. It mentions operations but doesn't disclose critical traits like permission requirements, rate limits, side effects (e.g., file system changes during restore), or error handling. The description is too vague for a mutation-capable tool.
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, efficient sentence that front-loads the tool's scope and key operations. It avoids redundancy but could be more structured by separating operations or adding brief context. Every word earns its place, though it's slightly dense.
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?
For a complex tool with 11 parameters, no annotations, and no output schema, the description is inadequate. It doesn't explain return values, error conditions, or behavioral nuances (e.g., what 'verification' entails). The gap is significant given the tool's mutation capabilities and parameter complexity.
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%, so parameters are well-documented in the schema. The description adds no parameter-specific semantics beyond implying the tool handles multiple operations via the 'action' parameter. It doesn't clarify dependencies between parameters (e.g., 'targetPath' only for restore). Baseline 3 is appropriate given schema completeness.
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 the tool's purpose as a 'comprehensive backup system for Git repositories' with specific operations (backup creation, restoration, listing, verification). It distinguishes from siblings like git-archive or git-sync by focusing on backup/restore functionality, though it doesn't explicitly contrast with them.
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?
The description provides no guidance on when to use this tool versus alternatives like git-archive or git-sync. It lists operations but doesn't specify contexts, prerequisites, or exclusions. Users must infer usage from the tool name alone.
Agents often have multiple tools that could apply. Explicit usage guidance like "use X instead of Y when Z" prevents misuse.
git-branchesA
Git branch management tool for branch lifecycle operations. Supports create, list, get, delete, merge, and compare operations. Includes safety warnings for destructive operations like branch deletion.
| Name | Required | Description | Default |
|---|---|---|---|
| action | Yes | The branch operation to perform. WARNING: delete operation permanently removes branches and their commit history. | |
| baseBranch | No | Base branch for comparison (required for compare action) | |
| branchName | No | Name of the branch (required for create, get, delete, merge) | |
| checkout | No | Checkout branch after creation (for create action) | |
| compareBranch | No | Branch to compare against base (required for compare action) | |
| force | No | Force operation (for delete, merge actions) | |
| owner | No | Repository owner (for remote operations) | |
| projectPath | Yes | Absolute path to the project directory | |
| provider | No | Provider for remote operations (if supported) | |
| remote | No | Remote name (default: origin) | |
| repo | No | Repository name (for remote operations) | |
| sourceBranch | No | Source branch to create from (for create action) | |
| targetBranch | No | Target branch to merge into (for merge action) |
TDQS
Does the description disclose side effects, auth requirements, rate limits, or destructive behavior?
With no annotations provided, the description carries full burden for behavioral disclosure. It does well by explicitly mentioning 'safety warnings for destructive operations like branch deletion' which informs about the permanent nature of delete operations. However, it doesn't cover other important behaviors like whether operations require authentication, rate limits, what happens during merge conflicts, or the format of comparison results. The warning about destructive operations is valuable but incomplete.
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 appropriately concise with two sentences that efficiently convey the tool's scope and safety considerations. The first sentence establishes the purpose and supported operations, while the second adds important behavioral context about destructive operations. No wasted words, though it could be slightly more structured by separating operations from warnings.
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?
For a complex tool with 13 parameters and no output schema, the description provides adequate but incomplete context. It covers the tool's scope and warns about destructive operations, but doesn't explain return formats, error conditions, or how the six different actions relate to parameter requirements. With no annotations and no output schema, the description should ideally provide more guidance about what to expect from different operations.
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%, so the schema already documents all 13 parameters thoroughly. The description doesn't add any parameter-specific information beyond what's in the schema - it mentions the six action types but doesn't explain parameter dependencies or usage patterns. With high schema coverage, the baseline is 3 even without additional parameter semantics in the description.
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 this is a 'Git branch management tool for branch lifecycle operations' and lists the specific operations (create, list, get, delete, merge, compare). It distinguishes from siblings by focusing specifically on branch operations rather than other Git functions like analytics, issues, or tags. However, it doesn't explicitly differentiate from similar tools like git-reset or git-workflow that might also involve branch 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?
The description implies usage for branch lifecycle operations but doesn't provide explicit guidance on when to choose this tool over alternatives. It mentions 'safety warnings for destructive operations' which hints at caution for delete operations, but doesn't specify when to use this versus other Git tools like git-reset for branch manipulation or git-remote for remote branch operations. No explicit alternatives or exclusions are provided.
Agents often have multiple tools that could apply. Explicit usage guidance like "use X instead of Y when Z" prevents misuse.
git-configC
Git configuration management tool for get, set, unset, list, edit, and show operations. Supports global, local, and system configuration scopes.
| Name | Required | Description | Default |
|---|---|---|---|
| action | Yes | The Git configuration operation to perform | |
| global | No | Use global configuration (~/.gitconfig) | |
| key | No | Configuration key (required for get, set, unset, show operations). Examples: user.name, user.email, core.editor | |
| local | No | Use local repository configuration (.git/config) | |
| projectPath | Yes | Absolute path to the project directory | |
| showOrigin | No | Show configuration file origin (for list and show operations) | |
| showScope | No | Show configuration scope (for show operation) | |
| system | No | Use system configuration (/etc/gitconfig) | |
| value | No | Configuration value (required for set operation) |
TDQS
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 tool performs 'management' operations including 'set' and 'unset', implying mutations, but doesn't disclose critical behavioral traits like whether changes are permanent, what permissions are required, error handling, or output format. For a mutation-capable tool with zero annotation coverage, this is a significant gap in transparency.
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 appropriately sized with two sentences that efficiently cover the tool's purpose and scope. It's front-loaded with the core functionality ('Git configuration management tool') and avoids unnecessary details. Every sentence earns its place, though it could be slightly more structured (e.g., separating operations from scopes).
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 complexity (9 parameters, mutation capabilities) and lack of annotations and output schema, the description is incomplete. It doesn't address behavioral aspects like side effects, error cases, or return values, which are crucial for a tool with actions like 'set' and 'unset'. For a configuration management tool with no structured safety hints, more context is needed.
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%, so the schema already documents all 9 parameters thoroughly. The description adds no specific parameter semantics beyond what's in the schema (e.g., it doesn't explain parameter interactions or provide additional examples). With high schema coverage, the baseline score of 3 is appropriate as the description doesn't compensate but also doesn't detract.
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 this is a 'Git configuration management tool' that performs 'get, set, unset, list, edit, and show operations', which is specific about the verb and resource. It distinguishes from siblings like git-branches or git-tags by focusing on configuration rather than other Git operations. However, it doesn't explicitly differentiate from all siblings (e.g., git-remote might also involve configuration).
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?
The description provides no guidance on when to use this tool versus alternatives. It mentions it 'supports global, local, and system configuration scopes', which gives some context, but doesn't specify when to choose this over other Git tools (e.g., git-remote for remote configuration) or clarify prerequisites. There's no explicit when/when-not or alternative tool recommendations.
Agents often have multiple tools that could apply. Explicit usage guidance like "use X instead of Y when Z" prevents misuse.
git-filesA
Read-only file management tool for repository files. Supports reading, searching, listing, and backup operations for both local and remote repositories. File content modification operations are not allowed for security reasons.
| Name | Required | Description | Default |
|---|---|---|---|
| action | Yes | The file operation to perform. Only read-only operations are supported. | |
| backupPath | No | Path for backup (optional for backup operation - will auto-generate if not provided) | |
| branch | No | Target branch for remote read operations | |
| caseSensitive | No | Case sensitive search (default: false) | |
| encoding | No | Content encoding for read operations (default: utf8) | |
| excludePattern | No | Pattern for files to exclude from backup | |
| filePath | No | Relative path to the file within the repository (required for read operation) | |
| filePattern | No | File pattern for search (e.g., "*.js") | |
| includePattern | No | Pattern for files to include in backup | |
| owner | No | Repository owner (for remote operations) | |
| projectPath | Yes | Absolute path to the project directory (required for all operations) | |
| provider | No | Provider for remote operations (optional for local operations) | |
| query | No | Search query (required for search operation) | |
| repo | No | Repository name (for remote operations) |
TDQS
Does the description disclose side effects, auth requirements, rate limits, or destructive behavior?
With no annotations provided, the description carries the full burden of behavioral disclosure. It does well by stating the read-only constraint and security rationale, and mentions support for both local and remote repositories. However, it lacks details on error handling, rate limits for remote operations, authentication needs, or what 'backup' specifically entails (e.g., creates archive files). For a tool with 14 parameters and no annotations, more behavioral context would be helpful.
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 efficiently structured in two sentences: the first states the core purpose and scope, the second adds important constraints. Every word earns its place, with no redundancy or fluff. It's front-loaded with the key information (read-only file management) 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.
Given the tool's complexity, does the description cover enough for an agent to succeed on first attempt?
Given the tool's moderate complexity (14 parameters, no output schema, no annotations), the description is adequate but has gaps. It covers the purpose, scope, and constraints well, but doesn't explain return values or error behaviors. For a tool supporting multiple operations (read, search, list, backup) with remote capabilities, more context about output formats or operation-specific behaviors would improve completeness.
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%, so the schema already documents all 14 parameters thoroughly. The description adds value by grouping operations (read, search, list, backup) and clarifying the read-only nature, but doesn't provide additional parameter semantics beyond what's in the schema descriptions. This meets the baseline of 3 when schema coverage is high.
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 the tool's purpose as 'Read-only file management tool for repository files' with specific verbs (reading, searching, listing, backup) and resource (repository files). It explicitly distinguishes itself from siblings by emphasizing 'file content modification operations are not allowed,' which differentiates it from potential write-focused tools like git-update or git-reset.
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?
The description provides clear context for when to use this tool: for read-only file operations on both local and remote repositories. It explicitly states 'File content modification operations are not allowed,' which helps exclude write use cases. However, it doesn't name specific alternative tools (e.g., when to use git-archive vs. backup here) or provide explicit exclusions beyond the general modification restriction.
Agents often have multiple tools that could apply. Explicit usage guidance like "use X instead of Y when Z" prevents misuse.
git-issuesC
Comprehensive issue management tool for Git repositories. Supports create, list, get, update, close, comment, and search operations for issues.
| Name | Required | Description | Default |
|---|---|---|---|
| action | Yes | The issue operation to perform | |
| assignees | No | Issue assignees (usernames) | |
| body | No | Issue body/description | |
| comment_body | No | Comment body (required for comment action) | |
| direction | No | Sort direction (for list action, default: desc) | |
| issue_number | No | Issue number (required for get/update/close/comment actions) | |
| labels | No | Issue labels | |
| milestone | No | Milestone number | |
| owner | No | Repository owner (auto-detected if not provided) | |
| projectPath | Yes | Absolute path to the project directory | |
| provider | Yes | Provider for issue operations (required) | |
| query | No | Search query (required for search action) | |
| repo | No | Repository name (auto-detected if not provided) | |
| search_order | No | Order for search results (default: desc) | |
| search_sort | No | Sort for search results (default: created) | |
| since | No | Only issues updated after this date (ISO 8601 format, for list action) | |
| sort | No | Sort criteria (for list action, default: created) | |
| state | No | Issue state (for update action) | |
| state_filter | No | Filter issues by state (for list action, default: open) | |
| title | No | Issue title (required for create, optional for update) |
TDQS
Does the description disclose side effects, auth requirements, rate limits, or destructive behavior?
With no annotations provided, the description carries the full burden of behavioral disclosure. While it lists operations, it doesn't describe what happens during those operations (e.g., whether 'close' is reversible, if 'create' requires specific permissions, rate limits, error handling, or what the tool returns). For a multi-operation tool with 20 parameters, 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.
Is the description appropriately sized, front-loaded, and free of redundancy?
The description is a single, efficient sentence that front-loads the core purpose and lists all supported operations. There's no wasted text, though it could be slightly more structured (e.g., grouping operations by category).
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?
For a complex tool with 20 parameters, no annotations, and no output schema, the description is incomplete. It doesn't address behavioral aspects (permissions, side effects), usage context, or return values. The high parameter count and lack of structured metadata mean the description should do more to guide the agent.
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%, so the schema already documents all 20 parameters thoroughly. The description adds no additional parameter semantics beyond what's in the schema (e.g., it doesn't explain relationships between parameters like how 'action' determines which other parameters are relevant). 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.
Does the description clearly state what the tool does and how it differs from similar tools?
The description clearly states the tool's purpose as 'Comprehensive issue management tool for Git repositories' and lists the specific operations supported (create, list, get, update, close, comment, search). It provides a specific verb+resource combination but doesn't explicitly differentiate from sibling tools like git-pulls or git-workflow, which might also handle repository 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?
The description provides no guidance on when to use this tool versus alternatives. It doesn't mention when to choose git-issues over sibling tools like git-pulls (which might handle pull requests) or other issue-related tools, nor does it specify prerequisites or exclusions for usage.
Agents often have multiple tools that could apply. Explicit usage guidance like "use X instead of Y when Z" prevents misuse.
git-monitorC
Git monitoring and logging tool for log, status, commits, and contributors operations. Provides comprehensive repository analysis and monitoring capabilities.
| Name | Required | Description | Default |
|---|---|---|---|
| action | Yes | The Git monitoring operation to perform | |
| author | No | Filter by author name or email | |
| branch | No | Branch to analyze (default: current branch) | |
| detailed | No | Show detailed status information (for status operation) | |
| format | No | Commit format (for commits operation) | |
| graph | No | Show commit graph (for commits operation) | |
| grep | No | Filter by commit message pattern | |
| includeStats | No | Include detailed statistics (insertions/deletions) | |
| limit | No | Number of commits to show (1-1000, default: 10 for log, 50 for commits) | |
| projectPath | Yes | Absolute path to the project directory | |
| since | No | Date since when to show logs (e.g., "2024-01-01", "1 week ago") | |
| sortBy | No | Sort contributors by (for contributors operation) | |
| until | No | Date until when to show logs (e.g., "2024-01-01", "1 week ago") |
TDQS
Does the description disclose side effects, auth requirements, rate limits, or destructive behavior?
With no annotations provided, the description carries full burden but offers minimal behavioral insight. It mentions 'monitoring and logging' and 'analysis capabilities' but doesn't disclose critical traits like whether it's read-only, requires specific permissions, has rate limits, or what output to expect. This leaves significant gaps for a tool with 13 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.
Is the description appropriately sized, front-loaded, and free of redundancy?
The description is two sentences and front-loaded with the core purpose, but the second sentence ('Provides comprehensive repository analysis and monitoring capabilities') is vague and adds little value. It could be more structured by explicitly linking actions to use cases, but it avoids redundancy, earning a mid-range score.
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 complexity (13 parameters, no annotations, no output schema), the description is incomplete. It doesn't explain behavioral aspects, output expectations, or differentiation from siblings, leaving the agent under-informed. For a multi-operation tool with rich input schema, more context on usage and results is needed.
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%, so the schema fully documents all 13 parameters with clear descriptions and enums. The description adds no additional parameter semantics beyond listing the action types (log, status, commits, contributors), which are already covered in the schema's enum for 'action'. Thus, it meets the baseline but doesn't enhance understanding.
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 the tool is for 'Git monitoring and logging' with specific operations (log, status, commits, contributors), which is clear but vague about the exact functionality. It mentions 'comprehensive repository analysis and monitoring capabilities' but doesn't specify what distinguishes it from siblings like git-analytics or git-branches, leaving the purpose somewhat ambiguous.
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 explicit guidance on when to use this tool versus alternatives is provided. The description lists operations but doesn't explain contexts or prerequisites, such as when to choose this over git-analytics for analysis or git-log for logging. Without usage instructions, the agent must infer from the action parameter alone.
Agents often have multiple tools that could apply. Explicit usage guidance like "use X instead of Y when Z" prevents misuse.
git-packagesC
Git package management tool for package operations. Supports list, get, create, update, delete, publish, and download operations. Local operations work with package files, remote operations require a provider.
| Name | Required | Description | Default |
|---|---|---|---|
| action | Yes | The package operation to perform | |
| description | No | Package description (for create/update) | |
| downloadPath | No | Path to save downloaded package (for download) | |
| force | No | Force operation (for delete, update) | |
| format | No | Package format for download (for download) | |
| includeVersions | No | Include version history (for list, get) | |
| limit | No | Maximum number of packages to return (for list) | |
| owner | No | Repository owner (for remote operations) | |
| packageData | No | Package content/metadata (for create/update/publish) | |
| packageName | No | Name of the package file (e.g., "package.json", "pom.xml") - NOT the package name from inside the file (required for most operations) | |
| packageType | No | Type of package (npm, maven, container, etc.) | |
| projectPath | Yes | Absolute path to the project directory | |
| provider | No | Provider for remote operations (required for create, update, delete, publish, download) | |
| query | No | Search query for packages (for list) | |
| registry | No | Target registry for publishing (for publish) | |
| repo | No | Repository name (for remote operations) | |
| tags | No | Package tags (for create/update) | |
| version | No | Package version (for get, create, update, delete, publish, download) | |
| visibility | No | Package visibility (for create/update) |
TDQS
Does the description disclose side effects, auth requirements, rate limits, or destructive behavior?
With no annotations provided, the description carries the full burden of behavioral disclosure. It mentions local vs. remote operations and provider requirements, which adds some context. However, it doesn't describe critical behaviors like what 'delete' does (permanent? reversible?), what 'publish' entails (to a registry?), error handling, or output format. For a tool with multiple operations including destructive ones, this is a significant gap.
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 that efficiently state the tool's purpose and key operational distinction (local vs. remote). It's front-loaded with the main idea and avoids unnecessary details. However, it could be slightly more structured by explicitly grouping operations or mentioning the tool's scope more clearly.
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's complexity (19 parameters, multiple operations including destructive ones like delete), no annotations, and no output schema, the description is insufficient. It doesn't explain what the tool returns, how operations behave, or critical constraints (e.g., authentication for remote ops). For a multi-operation tool with high parameter count, this leaves too many gaps for effective use.
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%, so the schema already documents all 19 parameters thoroughly with descriptions and usage contexts (e.g., 'for download'). The description adds no additional parameter semantics beyond what's in the schema, such as explaining relationships between parameters or clarifying ambiguities. Baseline 3 is appropriate when the schema does all the work.
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 this is a 'Git package management tool for package operations' and lists the supported operations (list, get, create, etc.), which provides a general purpose. However, it doesn't specify what kind of packages (e.g., npm, Maven) or clearly distinguish it from sibling tools like git-release or git-tags that might also handle packages. The purpose is understandable but somewhat vague about scope.
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?
The description mentions that 'local operations work with package files, remote operations require a provider,' which gives some context about when provider is needed. However, it doesn't provide explicit guidance on when to use this tool versus alternatives (e.g., git-release for releases, git-tags for tags), nor does it specify prerequisites or exclusions. Usage is implied rather than clearly defined.
Agents often have multiple tools that could apply. Explicit usage guidance like "use X instead of Y when Z" prevents misuse.
git-pullsC
Comprehensive pull request management tool for Git repositories. Supports create, list, get, update, merge, close, review, and search operations for pull requests.
| Name | Required | Description | Default |
|---|---|---|---|
| action | Yes | The pull request operation to perform | |
| base | No | Target branch (required for create) | |
| base_filter | No | Filter by base branch (for list action) | |
| body | No | Pull request body/description | |
| commit_message | No | Merge commit message (for merge action) | |
| commit_title | No | Merge commit title (for merge action) | |
| direction | No | Sort direction (for list action, default: desc) | |
| event | No | Review event (required for review action) | |
| head | No | Source branch (required for create) | |
| head_filter | No | Filter by head branch (for list action) | |
| merge_method | No | Merge method (for merge action, default: merge) | |
| owner | No | Repository owner (auto-detected if not provided) | |
| projectPath | Yes | Absolute path to the project directory | |
| provider | Yes | Provider for pull request operations (required) | |
| pull_number | No | Pull request number (required for get/update/merge/close/review actions) | |
| query | No | Search query (required for search action) | |
| repo | No | Repository name (auto-detected if not provided) | |
| review_body | No | Review comment body (for review action) | |
| search_order | No | Order for search results (default: desc) | |
| search_sort | No | Sort for search results (default: created) | |
| sort | No | Sort criteria (for list action, default: created) | |
| state | No | Pull request state (for update action) | |
| state_filter | No | Filter pull requests by state (for list action, default: open) | |
| title | No | Pull request title (required for create, optional for update) |
TDQS
Does the description disclose side effects, auth requirements, rate limits, or destructive behavior?
With no annotations provided, the description carries the full burden of behavioral disclosure. While it lists the operations supported, it doesn't describe what each operation does, their side effects (e.g., merge is destructive, update modifies existing data), authentication requirements, error conditions, or rate limits. For a complex multi-operation tool with 24 parameters, this leaves significant behavioral gaps for the agent.
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 efficiently structured in a single sentence that front-loads the tool's purpose and enumerates all supported operations. There's no wasted text or redundancy. However, for such a complex tool with many operations, a slightly more structured breakdown might help, but the current form is appropriately concise.
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's high complexity (24 parameters, 8 distinct operations), absence of annotations, and lack of output schema, the description is insufficiently complete. It doesn't explain what the tool returns for different operations, error handling, or the behavioral implications of each action type. For a multi-operation tool that includes destructive actions like merge and close, more contextual information is needed.
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%, so the schema already documents all 24 parameters thoroughly with descriptions and enums. The description adds no parameter-specific information beyond the high-level operation list. It doesn't explain parameter relationships, dependencies between action and other parameters, or provide examples. The baseline of 3 is appropriate when the schema does all the parameter documentation work.
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 the tool's purpose as 'Comprehensive pull request management tool for Git repositories' and enumerates the specific operations supported (create, list, get, update, merge, close, review, search). It distinguishes from siblings by focusing on pull requests rather than other Git operations like branches, issues, or tags. However, it doesn't explicitly contrast with specific sibling tools beyond the general domain difference.
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?
The description provides no guidance on when to use this tool versus alternatives. It doesn't mention prerequisites, when certain actions are appropriate, or how to choose between this tool and sibling tools like git-issues or git-branches for related operations. The agent must infer usage entirely from the parameter schema and operation list.
Agents often have multiple tools that could apply. Explicit usage guidance like "use X instead of Y when Z" prevents misuse.
git-releaseB
Git release management tool for release operations. Supports create, list, get, update, delete, publish, and download operations. Local operations work with tags, remote operations require a provider.
| Name | Required | Description | Default |
|---|---|---|---|
| action | Yes | The release operation to perform | |
| assetName | No | Specific asset name to download (for download) | |
| assets | No | File paths to upload as release assets (for create/update) | |
| body | No | Detailed release notes/body (for create/update) | |
| commitish | No | Commit or branch to create release from (default: HEAD, for create) | |
| description | No | Short description of the release (for create/update) | |
| downloadPath | No | Path to save downloaded assets (for download) | |
| draft | No | Create as draft release (for create/update) | |
| force | No | Force operation (for delete, update) | |
| generateNotes | No | Auto-generate release notes (for create) | |
| includeDrafts | No | Include draft releases in list (for list) | |
| includePrerelease | No | Include pre-releases in list (for list) | |
| limit | No | Maximum number of releases to return (for list) | |
| owner | No | Repository owner (for remote operations) | |
| prerelease | No | Mark as pre-release (for create/update) | |
| projectPath | Yes | Absolute path to the project directory | |
| provider | No | Provider for remote operations (required for update, delete, publish, download) | |
| releaseName | No | Name of the release (defaults to tagName, for create/update) | |
| repo | No | Repository name (for remote operations) | |
| tagName | No | Tag name for the release (required for most operations) |
TDQS
Does the description disclose side effects, auth requirements, rate limits, or destructive behavior?
With no annotations provided, the description carries full burden for behavioral disclosure. While it mentions the local/remote distinction and lists operations, it doesn't disclose critical behavioral traits: what 'publish' actually does (makes draft public?), what 'download' returns, whether operations are destructive (delete), authentication requirements for remote operations, rate limits, or error behaviors. For a multi-operation tool with 20 parameters, this leaves significant gaps in understanding how the tool behaves.
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 appropriately concise with two sentences that efficiently convey the tool's scope and key operational distinction. The first sentence establishes purpose and supported operations, the second adds critical context about local vs. remote. No wasted words, though it could be slightly more structured by grouping related operations.
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?
For a complex tool with 20 parameters, 7 distinct operations, no annotations, and no output schema, the description is insufficient. It doesn't explain what the tool returns for different operations (list returns array of releases? get returns single object?), doesn't clarify behavioral differences between operations, and provides minimal guidance on operation selection. The 100% schema coverage helps but doesn't compensate for missing behavioral and output context.
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%, so the schema already documents all 20 parameters thoroughly with clear descriptions of when each applies (e.g., 'for create/update', 'for download'). The description adds minimal value beyond the schema - it only mentions the provider requirement for remote operations, which is already covered in the schema's provider parameter description. Baseline 3 is appropriate when schema does the heavy lifting.
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 the tool's purpose as 'Git release management tool for release operations' and lists the specific operations supported (create, list, get, update, delete, publish, download). It distinguishes from siblings by focusing specifically on release operations rather than other Git functions like branches, tags, or issues. However, it doesn't explicitly differentiate from potential overlapping tools like git-tags.
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?
The description provides some usage context by stating 'Local operations work with tags, remote operations require a provider,' which implies when provider parameter is needed. However, it doesn't explicitly guide when to choose this tool over alternatives (like git-tags for tag operations) or provide clear when/when-not scenarios for each action type. The guidance is implied rather than explicit.
Agents often have multiple tools that could apply. Explicit usage guidance like "use X instead of Y when Z" prevents misuse.
git-remoteC
Git remote management tool for managing remote repositories. Supports add, remove, rename, show, set-url, and prune operations.
| Name | Required | Description | Default |
|---|---|---|---|
| action | Yes | The remote operation to perform | |
| all | No | Show all remotes (for show action) | |
| dryRun | No | Show what would be pruned without actually pruning (for prune action) | |
| fetch | No | Fetch after adding remote (for add action) | |
| name | No | Remote name (required for most operations) | |
| newName | No | New remote name (required for rename operation) | |
| projectPath | Yes | Absolute path to the project directory | |
| push | No | Set push URL instead of fetch URL (for set-url action) | |
| url | No | Remote URL (required for add and set-url operations) | |
| verbose | No | Show verbose output with URLs (for show action) |
TDQS
Does the description disclose side effects, auth requirements, rate limits, or destructive behavior?
With no annotations provided, the description carries the full burden of behavioral disclosure. While it lists the operations supported, it doesn't describe what each operation actually does, their side effects, error conditions, or output formats. For example, it doesn't clarify that 'prune' removes stale remote-tracking branches or that 'show' displays information about remotes. The description provides minimal behavioral context beyond the operation names.
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 appropriately concise with just two sentences that efficiently convey the tool's domain and supported operations. It's front-loaded with the core purpose and follows with the operation list. There's no wasted verbiage or redundant information. However, it could be slightly more structured by grouping related operations or indicating which are mutating versus read-only.
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's complexity (10 parameters supporting 7 distinct operations), no annotations, and no output schema, the description is insufficiently complete. It doesn't explain what the tool returns for different operations, doesn't describe error handling, and provides minimal behavioral context. For a multi-operation tool with significant parameter complexity, the description should do more to guide proper usage and set expectations.
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%, so the schema already documents all 10 parameters thoroughly with clear descriptions of each parameter's purpose and when they're required. The description adds no additional parameter semantics beyond what's in the schema - it doesn't explain parameter relationships, provide examples, or clarify edge cases. The baseline score of 3 reflects adequate parameter documentation through the schema alone.
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 the tool's purpose as 'Git remote management tool for managing remote repositories' and enumerates the specific operations supported (add, remove, rename, show, set-url, prune). It distinguishes itself from siblings by focusing specifically on remote repository operations rather than other Git functions like branches, tags, or analytics. However, it doesn't explicitly differentiate from all siblings beyond the general domain focus.
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?
The description provides no guidance on when to use this tool versus alternatives. It doesn't mention when to choose specific operations (e.g., when to use 'set-url' vs 'rename'), nor does it reference sibling tools that might handle related functionality. There's no context about prerequisites, dependencies, or typical workflows where this tool would be appropriate.
Agents often have multiple tools that could apply. Explicit usage guidance like "use X instead of Y when Z" prevents misuse.
git-resetA
Git reset tool for repository state management. Supports soft, mixed, hard reset capabilities and reset-to-commit and reset-branch functionality. Includes safety warnings for destructive operations like hard reset.
| Name | Required | Description | Default |
|---|---|---|---|
| action | Yes | The reset operation to perform | |
| branch | No | Branch name (required for reset-branch operation) | |
| commit | No | Commit hash or reference (required for reset-to-commit, optional for others) | |
| confirmDestructive | No | Explicit confirmation for destructive operations (required for hard reset) | |
| files | No | Specific files to reset (for mixed/soft resets) | |
| force | No | Force reset - required for hard reset operations | |
| projectPath | Yes | Absolute path to the project directory | |
| quiet | No | Suppress output during reset operation | |
| skipWarning | No | Skip safety warnings (use with extreme caution - not recommended) |
TDQS
Does the description disclose side effects, auth requirements, rate limits, or destructive behavior?
With no annotations provided, the description carries the full burden of behavioral disclosure. It effectively adds context by warning about 'destructive operations like hard reset,' which informs the agent about potential data loss. However, it lacks details on rate limits, authentication needs, or specific error conditions, leaving some behavioral aspects uncovered.
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 appropriately sized and front-loaded, with two sentences that efficiently convey purpose, capabilities, and safety warnings. Every sentence earns its place by adding value without redundancy, making it easy for an agent to parse quickly.
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's complexity (9 parameters, no output schema, no annotations), the description is reasonably complete. It covers the core purpose and safety aspects, but could improve by addressing output behavior or error handling. Without annotations or output schema, the description does a solid job but has minor gaps in full contextual coverage.
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?
The schema description coverage is 100%, so the schema already documents all 9 parameters thoroughly. The description adds minimal value beyond the schema by hinting at parameter usage (e.g., 'hard reset capabilities'), but doesn't provide additional syntax or format details. Baseline 3 is appropriate as the schema does the heavy lifting.
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 the tool's purpose as 'Git reset tool for repository state management' with specific capabilities listed (soft, mixed, hard reset, reset-to-commit, reset-branch). It distinguishes from sibling tools like git-branches or git-stash by focusing specifically on reset operations rather than branch management or stashing functionality.
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?
The description implies usage through the mention of 'safety warnings for destructive operations like hard reset,' suggesting when caution is needed. However, it doesn't explicitly state when to use this tool versus alternatives (e.g., git-stash for temporary changes or git-branches for branch operations), nor does it provide clear exclusions or prerequisites beyond the safety note.
Agents often have multiple tools that could apply. Explicit usage guidance like "use X instead of Y when Z" prevents misuse.
git-stashC
Git stash tool for temporary changes management. Supports stash, pop, apply, list, show, drop, clear operations for storing and retrieving work-in-progress changes.
| Name | Required | Description | Default |
|---|---|---|---|
| action | Yes | The stash operation to perform | |
| includeUntracked | No | Include untracked files when stashing | |
| index | No | Try to reinstate index changes when applying/popping | |
| keepIndex | No | Keep index unchanged when stashing | |
| message | No | Stash message (for stash operation) | |
| oneline | No | Show stash list in oneline format | |
| patch | No | Interactive patch mode for selective stashing | |
| projectPath | Yes | Absolute path to the project directory | |
| quiet | No | Suppress output during stash operations | |
| stashRef | No | Stash reference (e.g., "stash@{0}", "0") for pop, apply, show, drop operations |
TDQS
Does the description disclose side effects, auth requirements, rate limits, or destructive behavior?
With no annotations provided, the description carries full burden for behavioral disclosure. It mentions the tool 'supports' operations and is for 'storing and retrieving work-in-progress changes', but lacks critical details: it doesn't specify whether operations are destructive (e.g., 'drop' or 'clear' permanently remove stashes), mention authentication needs, rate limits, error conditions, or output format. For a tool with multiple mutation actions, this is a significant gap.
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 appropriately sized with two sentences: the first states the purpose and supported operations, the second clarifies the tool's role. It's front-loaded with key information and avoids redundancy. However, the second sentence ('for storing and retrieving...') slightly repeats the first without adding new insights.
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's complexity (10 parameters, multiple mutation actions), lack of annotations, and no output schema, the description is incomplete. It doesn't address behavioral risks (e.g., data loss from 'drop'), prerequisites, or expected outputs. For a multi-action Git tool with no structured safety hints, more guidance is needed to ensure correct agent usage.
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%, providing detailed parameter documentation. The description adds minimal value beyond the schema, only implying that parameters relate to 'stash operations' without explaining interactions (e.g., how 'includeUntracked' works with 'patch'). Baseline 3 is appropriate since the schema does the heavy lifting, but the description doesn't compensate with additional context.
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 the tool's purpose as 'Git stash tool for temporary changes management' and lists the specific operations supported (stash, pop, apply, list, show, drop, clear). It distinguishes from siblings by focusing on stash operations rather than other Git functions like branches, tags, or analytics. However, it doesn't explicitly contrast with specific sibling tools like git-reset or git-workflow.
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?
The description provides no guidance on when to use this tool versus alternatives. It doesn't mention when to choose stash operations over other Git tools (e.g., git-reset for discarding changes or git-commit for permanent saves) or clarify use cases for different actions like 'pop' vs 'apply'. Usage is implied through the operation list but not explicitly stated.
Agents often have multiple tools that could apply. Explicit usage guidance like "use X instead of Y when Z" prevents misuse.
git-syncC
Advanced Git synchronization tool for intelligent sync and status operations. Supports both local Git synchronization and remote provider synchronization.
| Name | Required | Description | Default |
|---|---|---|---|
| action | Yes | The Git sync operation to perform | |
| branch | No | Branch to sync (default: current branch) | |
| checkAhead | No | Check commits ahead/behind (default: true for status operation) | |
| detailed | No | Show detailed sync status (for status operation) | |
| dryRun | No | Show what would be done without executing (for sync operation) | |
| force | No | Force sync (use with caution, may override uncommitted changes) | |
| includeRemote | No | Include remote status information (for status operation) | |
| owner | No | Repository owner (auto-detected if not provided, for remote operations) | |
| projectPath | Yes | Absolute path to the project directory | |
| provider | No | Provider for remote operations (optional for local-only operations) | |
| remote | No | Remote to sync with (default: origin) | |
| repo | No | Repository name (auto-detected if not provided, for remote operations) | |
| strategy | No | Sync strategy (default: merge) |
TDQS
Does the description disclose side effects, auth requirements, rate limits, or destructive behavior?
With no annotations provided, the description carries full burden but offers minimal behavioral disclosure. It mentions 'intelligent sync' without explaining what makes it intelligent, and doesn't cover important behavioral aspects like error handling, performance characteristics, authentication requirements, or what happens during sync operations (e.g., merge conflicts, data loss risks). The description is too high-level for a tool with 13 parameters.
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 reasonably concise with two sentences, but it's not particularly well-structured or front-loaded. The first sentence is somewhat marketing-oriented ('intelligent sync') rather than functional, and the second sentence adds scope information but could be more efficiently integrated. Every sentence earns its place but could be more effectively organized.
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 complexity (13 parameters, no annotations, no output schema), the description is inadequate. It doesn't explain what the tool returns, how sync operations work, what 'status' includes, or how local vs remote operations differ. For a multi-operation tool with many configuration options, this minimal description leaves too many questions unanswered for effective agent use.
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?
With 100% schema description coverage, the baseline is 3. The description doesn't add meaningful parameter semantics beyond what's already in the schema - it mentions 'local Git synchronization and remote provider synchronization' which loosely relates to some parameters but doesn't provide additional context about parameter interactions, dependencies, or usage patterns.
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 it's a 'Git synchronization tool for intelligent sync and status operations' which provides a general purpose, but it's vague about what 'intelligent' means and doesn't clearly differentiate from sibling tools like git-remote or git-update. It mentions both local and remote synchronization but doesn't specify how this differs from other Git tools in the server.
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 explicit guidance on when to use this tool versus alternatives like git-remote or git-update. The description mentions it supports 'both local Git synchronization and remote provider synchronization' but doesn't provide context about when to choose this tool over other sibling tools that might handle similar operations.
Agents often have multiple tools that could apply. Explicit usage guidance like "use X instead of Y when Z" prevents misuse.
git-tagsC
Git tag management tool for tag operations. Supports create, list, get, delete, and search operations for both lightweight and annotated tags.
| Name | Required | Description | Default |
|---|---|---|---|
| action | Yes | The tag operation to perform | |
| annotated | No | Create annotated tag (for create action) | |
| commit | No | Specific commit to tag (default: HEAD, for create action) | |
| force | No | Force operation (for create, delete actions) | |
| lightweight | No | Create lightweight tag (for create action) | |
| message | No | Tag message for annotated tags (for create action) | |
| owner | No | Repository owner (for remote operations) | |
| pattern | No | Pattern to filter tags (for list, search actions) | |
| projectPath | Yes | Absolute path to the project directory | |
| provider | No | Provider for remote operations (optional) | |
| query | No | Search query for tags (for search action) | |
| remote | No | Remote name for remote tag operations (default: origin) | |
| repo | No | Repository name (for remote operations) | |
| tagName | No | Name of the tag (required for create, get, delete) |
TDQS
Does the description disclose side effects, auth requirements, rate limits, or destructive behavior?
With no annotations provided, the description carries the full burden of behavioral disclosure. It mentions the tool 'supports' various operations but doesn't describe behavioral traits like whether operations are read-only or destructive, permission requirements, error handling, or rate limits. For example, it doesn't clarify that 'delete' is destructive or that 'create' might require specific Git permissions. This leaves significant gaps for an agent to understand the tool's behavior.
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 appropriately concise with two sentences that efficiently state the tool's purpose and scope. It's front-loaded with the core functionality and avoids unnecessary details. However, it could be slightly more structured by explicitly listing the actions or separating local vs. remote operations for better clarity.
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's complexity (14 parameters, multiple actions) and lack of annotations and output schema, the description is incomplete. It doesn't address key contextual aspects like the distinction between local and remote operations (implied by parameters like 'owner' and 'provider'), the interaction between parameters (e.g., 'annotated' vs. 'lightweight'), or what the tool returns. For a multi-action tool with no structured behavioral hints, more comprehensive guidance is needed.
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?
The description adds minimal parameter semantics beyond the input schema, which has 100% coverage. It mentions support for 'both lightweight and annotated tags,' which relates to the 'annotated' and 'lightweight' parameters, but doesn't explain their interaction or default behavior. Since schema coverage is high, the baseline is 3, and the description provides only marginal additional context about tag types without detailing parameter usage or constraints.
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 the tool's purpose as 'Git tag management tool for tag operations' and specifies the supported operations (create, list, get, delete, search) and tag types (lightweight and annotated). It distinguishes this tool from siblings by focusing specifically on tags rather than other Git operations like branches, issues, or pulls. However, it doesn't explicitly differentiate from all siblings (e.g., git-release might overlap with tag creation).
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?
The description provides no guidance on when to use this tool versus alternatives. It doesn't mention when to choose this tool over other Git tools in the sibling list (like git-release for release-related tags) or when to use specific actions within the tool. There's no context about prerequisites, typical use cases, or exclusions.
Agents often have multiple tools that could apply. Explicit usage guidance like "use X instead of Y when Z" prevents misuse.
git-updateC
Advanced project update tool with history tracking, changelog generation, and multi-provider synchronization
| Name | Required | Description | Default |
|---|---|---|---|
| action | Yes | Update operation to perform | |
| author | No | Filter by author | |
| autoCommit | No | Automatically commit changes | |
| changelogPath | No | Path to changelog file | |
| commitMessage | No | Custom commit message | |
| compareType | No | Type of comparison target | |
| compareWith | No | Target to compare with | |
| createTag | No | Create a tag after update | |
| forceSync | No | Force synchronization | |
| format | No | Output format for history | |
| groupByType | No | Group changelog entries by type | |
| includeCommits | No | Include commit details in changelog | |
| projectPath | Yes | Path to the Git repository | |
| provider | No | Provider for remote operations | |
| providers | No | Providers to sync with | |
| rollbackTo | No | Target for rollback (commit, tag, or version) | |
| rollbackType | No | Type of rollback target | |
| since | No | Start date for history (ISO format or relative) | |
| tagName | No | Name for the tag | |
| trackFile | No | File to track for changes | |
| trackPattern | No | Pattern to track for changes | |
| until | No | End date for history (ISO format or relative) | |
| updateType | No | Type of update to perform | |
| version | No | Version for changelog entry | |
| watchMode | No | Enable watch mode for tracking |
TDQS
Does the description disclose side effects, auth requirements, rate limits, or destructive behavior?
With no annotations provided, the description carries full burden for behavioral disclosure. While it mentions capabilities like 'history tracking' and 'changelog generation,' it doesn't explain what these operations actually do, whether they're read-only or mutating, what permissions are required, or how errors are handled. For a complex tool with 25 parameters, this is inadequate behavioral transparency.
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, efficient sentence that packs substantial information about capabilities. It's appropriately sized for a complex tool, though it could be slightly more structured by separating the three main capabilities for better readability.
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?
For a highly complex tool with 25 parameters, no annotations, and no output schema, the description is insufficient. It doesn't explain the relationship between the various capabilities, doesn't clarify whether this is primarily a read or write tool, and provides no guidance on the expected output format or behavior. The description fails to compensate for the lack of structured metadata.
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%, so the schema already documents all 25 parameters thoroughly. The description adds no specific parameter information beyond the high-level capabilities mentioned. The baseline of 3 is appropriate when the schema does all the parameter documentation work.
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 the tool performs project updates with specific capabilities (history tracking, changelog generation, multi-provider synchronization), which is a clear verb+resource statement. However, it doesn't explicitly differentiate from sibling tools like git-sync or git-workflow, which might have overlapping functionality.
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?
The description provides no guidance on when to use this tool versus alternatives. With many sibling tools available (git-sync, git-workflow, git-monitor, etc.), there's no indication of which scenarios warrant this 'advanced project update tool' versus simpler alternatives or specialized tools.
Agents often have multiple tools that could apply. Explicit usage guidance like "use X instead of Y when Z" prevents misuse.
git-workflowB
Core Git workflow tool for local and remote Git operations. Supports init, status, commit, sync, backup, create, list, get, update, delete, fork, and search operations. Provides comprehensive Git repository management with both local and remote provider support (GitHub/Gitea).
| Name | Required | Description | Default |
|---|---|---|---|
| action | Yes | The Git operation to perform. Local operations: init, status, commit, sync, backup. Remote operations: create, list, get, update, delete, fork, search (require provider parameter). | |
| backupPath | No | Path for backup file (for backup action) | |
| bare | No | Initialize as bare repository (for init action) | |
| branch | No | Branch name for sync | |
| description | No | Repository description (for create/update actions) | |
| files | No | Specific files to commit (default: all changes) | |
| force | No | Force operation (for sync action) | |
| message | No | Commit message (required for commit action) | |
| name | No | Repository name (for create action) | |
| owner | No | Repository owner (for get/update/delete/fork actions) | |
| private | No | Create private repository (for create action) | |
| projectPath | Yes | Absolute path to the project directory | |
| provider | No | Provider for remote operations (required for remote operations) | |
| query | No | Search query (for search action) | |
| remote | No | Remote name for sync (default: origin) | |
| repo | No | Repository name (for get/update/delete/fork actions) |
TDQS
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 it mentions 'comprehensive Git repository management,' it fails to describe critical behaviors such as error handling, authentication requirements for remote operations, rate limits, or whether operations are destructive (e.g., delete action). This leaves significant gaps in understanding how the tool behaves in practice.
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 front-loaded with the core purpose and efficiently lists operations in two sentences. However, it could be more structured by separating local and remote operations more clearly, and the list of actions is somewhat dense without categorization, slightly reducing readability.
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's complexity (16 parameters, no output schema, and no annotations), the description is inadequate. It doesn't explain return values, error conditions, or behavioral nuances for actions like 'delete' or 'sync.' For a multi-action tool with significant parameter complexity, more context is needed to ensure proper usage and understanding.
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?
The schema description coverage is 100%, with detailed descriptions for all 16 parameters in the input schema. The description adds minimal value beyond the schema by listing supported actions but doesn't provide additional semantic context (e.g., how actions interact or parameter dependencies). Given the high schema coverage, the baseline score of 3 is appropriate as the schema does the heavy lifting.
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 the tool's purpose as a 'Core Git workflow tool for local and remote Git operations' and lists the specific operations supported (init, status, commit, etc.). It distinguishes itself from siblings by emphasizing comprehensive repository management with both local and remote support, though it doesn't explicitly contrast with specific sibling tools like git-sync or git-remote.
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?
The description implies usage by mentioning that it supports both local and remote operations with provider support, but it doesn't provide explicit guidance on when to use this tool versus alternatives (e.g., git-sync for sync operations or git-remote for remote management). It lacks clear when-not-to-use statements or named alternatives, leaving usage context somewhat vague.
Agents often have multiple tools that could apply. Explicit usage guidance like "use X instead of Y when Z" prevents misuse.
Tool Schema Changelog
Recent tool additions, removals, and schema changes observed during successful MCP inspections. Dates show when Glama detected each change.
18 tool updates
v1.0.0- First observed
git-analytics - First observed
git-archive - First observed
git-backup - First observed
git-branches - First observed
git-config - First observed
git-files - First observed
git-issues - First observed
git-monitor - First observed
git-packages - First observed
git-pulls - First observed
git-release - First observed
git-remote - First observed
git-reset - First observed
git-stash - First observed
git-sync - First observed
git-tags - First observed
git-update - First observed
git-workflow
TDQS
The tools cover distinct Git operations like analytics, backup, branches, and issues, but there is significant overlap in functionality. For example, git-monitor and git-analytics both handle repository analysis, while git-workflow duplicates many operations from other tools like sync, backup, and commit, which could confuse an agent about which tool to use for specific tasks.
All tool names follow a consistent 'git-' prefix with descriptive nouns, such as git-branches, git-config, and git-pulls. This uniform pattern makes it easy to identify and predict tool purposes, enhancing usability and reducing confusion in the tool set.
With 18 tools, the server feels overloaded for Git operations, as many tools overlap or could be consolidated. For instance, git-workflow encompasses functions from multiple other tools, making the count excessive and potentially overwhelming for agents, detracting from a well-scoped interface.
The tool set provides comprehensive coverage of Git operations, including CRUD for branches, issues, pulls, and releases, along with advanced features like analytics, backup, and synchronization. There are no obvious gaps; agents can perform full lifecycle management and complex workflows without dead ends.
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