Single tool 'validate' has a clear, specific name starting with a verb (good naming). Description is 194 chars and explains the 10 checks performed (adequate). However, input schema is minimal: only 'filepath' with basic string type and no format/pattern constraints. No output schema is documented, the tool returns a list of tuples (check_name, bool) but this structure is not formally specified. No error handling guidance; no recovery paths if validation fails. No parameter constraints (e.g., file must exist, path format). Tool is read-only (low risk) but lacks production-grade polish expected for agent integration.
Validate a CONTEXT.md file against the CONTEXT.md Standard v1.0.0. Performs 10 checks: file existence, filename, required sections (PROJECT_CONTEXT, PROJECT_IDENTITY, RELATIONSHIP), YAML blocks in each section, and required keys (why in PROJECT_CONTEXT, ecosystem in RELATIONSHIP).
No output schema documented. Tool returns list of (check_name, bool) tuples but LLM cannot infer structure. Must document return type as array of objects with 'check' (string) and 'passed' (boolean) fields.
Input schema lacks constraints. 'filepath' parameter has no format, pattern, or description of valid paths. Should specify: 'Relative or absolute path to CONTEXT.md file. Defaults to CONTEXT.md in current directory if not provided.'
No error handling guidance. If file not found, validation fails silently (all checks marked false). Should return actionable error: 'File not found at {filepath}. Ensure the path is correct and the file exists.'
Parameter description is vague. 'Defaults to CONTEXT.md if not provided' is mentioned but not formally specified in schema. Should use JSON Schema 'default' field and clarify resolution order (relative to CWD vs. absolute path).
| Scored | Grade | Overall | Spec posture | Rubric |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2026-09-23 | F | 45 | 2026-07-28+ | v2 |
Tool description does not explain WHEN to use it or what to do with results. Should add: 'Use this to verify a CONTEXT.md file meets the standard before committing. If validation fails, review the failed checks and add missing sections or YAML blocks.'