convert_qasm3_to_qpy_tool · Qiskit Gym MCP Server MCP

WHAT IT DOES

What convert_qasm3_to_qpy_tool does on Qiskit Gym MCP Server

AI agents use convert_qasm3_to_qpy_tool to create or update resources in Qiskit Gym MCP Server — usually the action step of a workflow, after the agent has gathered context. Every call changes real data in your Qiskit Gym MCP Server environment.

WHY IT NEEDS A POLICY

Why convert_qasm3_to_qpy_tool needs a policy

The tool converts quantum circuit representations from QASM3 format to QPY format. While the description is empty, the name indicates data transformation and output generation. This is Write-category activity—it produces modified data artifacts (converted circuit files) rather than merely reading (Read), executing arbitrary code (Execute), or destroying data (Destructive).

From the tool's definition Tool name contains 'convert' and converts between two quantum circuit file formats (QASM3 to QPY). This implies transformation and storage of the converted quantum circuit data.

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Verdict

convert_qasm3_to_qpy_tool Rate-limited

convert_qasm3_to_qpy_tool 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": {
    "convert_qasm3_to_qpy_tool": {
      "limits": [
        {
          "counter": "convert_qasm3_to_qpy_tool_rate",
          "window": "minute",
          "max": 30,
          "scope": "grant"
        }
      ]
    }
  }
}

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PolicyLayer is an MCP gateway: every tool call is checked against your rule before it reaches Qiskit Gym MCP Server, so you can run agents against it safely.

FAQ

Questions about convert_qasm3_to_qpy_tool

What does the convert_qasm3_to_qpy_tool tool do? +

convert_qasm3_to_qpy_tool. It is categorised as a Write tool in the Qiskit Gym MCP Server MCP Server, which means it can create or modify data. Consider rate limits to prevent runaway writes.

How do I enforce a policy on convert_qasm3_to_qpy_tool? +

Register the Qiskit Gym MCP Server MCP server in PolicyLayer and add a rule for convert_qasm3_to_qpy_tool: 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 Qiskit Gym MCP Server. Nothing to install.

What risk level is convert_qasm3_to_qpy_tool? +

convert_qasm3_to_qpy_tool is a Write tool with medium risk. Write tools should be rate-limited to prevent accidental bulk modifications.

Can I rate-limit convert_qasm3_to_qpy_tool? +

Yes. Add a rate_limit block to the convert_qasm3_to_qpy_tool 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 convert_qasm3_to_qpy_tool completely? +

Set action: deny in the PolicyLayer policy for convert_qasm3_to_qpy_tool. 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 convert_qasm3_to_qpy_tool? +

convert_qasm3_to_qpy_tool is provided by the Qiskit Gym MCP Server MCP server (qiskit-gym-mcp-server). PolicyLayer sits as a proxy in front of this server to enforce policies before tool calls reach the server.