convex_record_gotcha

SERVERNodebench SOURCEnodebench-mcp

Medium RISK CLASS

Category Write

Parameters 00 required

Recommended Rate-limitedsee the rule below

Registry record Grade F, identity unverified Pull the record →

This record as markdown: /tools/io-github-homenshum-nodebench/convex-record-gotcha.md

WHAT IT DOES

What convex_record_gotcha does on Nodebench

AI agents use convex_record_gotcha to create or update resources in Nodebench, usually the action step of a workflow, after the agent has gathered context. Every call changes real data in your Nodebench environment.

RISK

Why convex_record_gotcha is rated Medium

This tool writes/stores a new record (gotcha/pattern) into a persistent store. It creates data but does not delete, execute code, or involve financial transactions. The blast radius is low since it only adds reference documentation entries.

From the tool's definition Record a Convex-specific gotcha, edge case, or pattern for future reference. Stored persistently

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RECOMMENDED RULE

The rule that runs convex_record_gotcha safely

PolicyLayer is an MCP gateway: it sits between your AI agents and Nodebench, and checks every tool call against a rule you set before the call runs. Nothing changes on the server itself. For convex_record_gotcha, this is the rule to start with:

convex_record_gotcha Rate-limited

convex_record_gotcha stays usable, but capped: an agent stuck in a loop can't make hundreds of changes a minute. Everything else on the server is denied unless you say otherwise.

View as policy code

policy.json

{
  "version": "1",
  "default": "deny",
  "tools": {
    "convex_record_gotcha": {
      "limits": [
        {
          "counter": "convex_record_gotcha_rate",
          "window": "minute",
          "max": 30,
          "scope": "grant"
        }
      ]
    }
  }
}

LIMIT THIS TOOL → Instant setup, no code required.

The button opens the PolicyLayer dashboard: create your workspace, connect Nodebench, apply this rule, and every convex_record_gotcha call is checked against it from then on.

FAQ

Questions about convex_record_gotcha

What does the convex_record_gotcha tool do? +

Record a Convex-specific gotcha, edge case, or pattern for future reference. Stored persistently and searchable via full-text search. Categories: validator, schema, function, deployment, auth, performance, general. It is categorised as a Write tool in the Nodebench MCP Server, which means it can create or modify data. Consider rate limits to prevent runaway writes.

How do I enforce a policy on convex_record_gotcha? +

Register the Nodebench MCP server in PolicyLayer and add a rule for convex_record_gotcha: allow, deny, rate-limit, or require approval. Point your MCP client at the PolicyLayer proxy URL and the rule is enforced on every call, before it reaches Nodebench. Nothing to install.

What risk level is convex_record_gotcha? +

convex_record_gotcha is a Write tool with medium risk. Write tools should be rate-limited to prevent accidental bulk modifications.

Can I rate-limit convex_record_gotcha? +

Yes. Add a rate_limit block to the convex_record_gotcha rule in your PolicyLayer policy. For example, setting max: 10 and window: 60 limits the tool to 10 calls per minute. Rate limits are tracked per agent session and reset automatically.

How do I block convex_record_gotcha completely? +

Set action: deny in the PolicyLayer policy for convex_record_gotcha. The AI agent will receive a policy violation error and cannot call the tool. You can also include a reason field to explain why the tool is blocked.

What MCP server provides convex_record_gotcha? +

convex_record_gotcha is provided by the Nodebench MCP server (nodebench-mcp). PolicyLayer sits as a proxy in front of this server to enforce policies before tool calls reach the server.

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