extract_code_examples

Extract and organize code examples from tests, demos, and source files

Server Autonomous Documentation MCP perryjr1444-ux/autonomous-docs-mcp
Category Read
Risk class Low
Parameters 00 required

What extract_code_examples does on Autonomous Documentation MCP

AI agents call extract_code_examples to retrieve information from Autonomous Documentation MCP without modifying anything — typically the context-gathering step in research, monitoring, and reporting workflows, before the agent takes action elsewhere.

Why extract_code_examples needs a policy

This tool reads and retrieves code examples from existing files for documentation purposes. It has no side effects, does not execute code, and does not modify or delete data. The action is inherently informational and non-destructive, making it a Read category tool with low severity.

From the tool's definition Tool name contains 'extract', description states 'Extract and organize code examples from tests, demos, and source files' — purely retrieves existing code without modification or execution.

Questions about extract_code_examples

What does the extract_code_examples tool do? +

Extract and organize code examples from tests, demos, and source files. It is categorised as a Read tool in the Autonomous Documentation MCP MCP Server, which means it retrieves data without modifying state.

How do I enforce a policy on extract_code_examples? +

Register the Autonomous Documentation MCP server in PolicyLayer and add a rule for extract_code_examples: 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 Autonomous Documentation MCP. Nothing to install.

What risk level is extract_code_examples? +

extract_code_examples is a Read tool with low risk. Read-only tools are generally safe to allow by default.

Can I rate-limit extract_code_examples? +

Yes. Add a rate_limit block to the extract_code_examples 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 extract_code_examples completely? +

Set action: deny in the PolicyLayer policy for extract_code_examples. 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 extract_code_examples? +

extract_code_examples is provided by the Autonomous Documentation MCP server (perryjr1444-ux/autonomous-docs-mcp). PolicyLayer sits as a proxy in front of this server to enforce policies before tool calls reach the server.

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