eval-faq

Answer AI agent evaluation questions with cited Microsoft ecosystem guidance.

123|20|Updated Mar 30, 2026
One-click install
npx skills add https://github.com/microsoft/eval-guide --skill eval-faq
Or copy as Structured Prompt for Agent▼
Please help me install this Agent Skill.
Skill: eval-faq
Source: https://github.com/microsoft/eval-guide/tree/main/skills/eval-faq
Command: npx skills add https://github.com/microsoft/eval-guide --skill eval-faq

SYSTEM DOCUMENTATION & REQUIREMENTS

What problem does it solve?

Answers AI agent evaluation questions with practical, opinionated guidance grounded primarily in Microsoft's agent evaluation ecosystem (MS Learn, Eval Scenario Library, Triage & Improvement Playbook, Eval Guidance Kit) supplemented by select industry sources.

Core Features & Use Cases

  • Provides authoritative, cited guidance for eval-method selection, dataset design, non-determinism handling, tool-call evaluation, and red-teaming.
  • Synthesizes framework references from MS Learn and the Triage Playbook to support Stage 1 Define, Set Baseline & Iterate, Systematic Expansion, and Operationalize planning.
  • Use cases include planning evals, interpreting results, and triaging failures with root-cause analysis.

Quick Start

Ask a question using /eval-faq <your question> to receive actionable guidance.

Frequently Asked Questions about eval-faq

High-intent search queries and answers about installing and using this skill.

FAQPage Schema
How do I handle non-determinism when evaluating AI agents?▼

To handle non-determinism during AI agent evaluation, you should apply practical guidance from the MS Learn four-stage framework, using scenario libraries and triage playbooks to establish baselines and iterate on variable outputs.

What is the best way to evaluate tool invocation accuracy in AI agents?▼

Evaluating tool invocation accuracy requires selecting appropriate eval methods grounded in the MS Learn framework, utilizing scenario libraries to test function calling and applying failure triage to diagnose incorrect tool-call execution.

How do I design an evaluation dataset for red-teaming AI agents?▼

Designing an evaluation dataset for red-teaming involves systematic expansion using the Eval Scenario Library, ensuring diverse adversarial prompts are structured to measure agent safety and robustness within the four-stage framework.

Can I use this evaluation methodology for triaging agent failures and root-cause analysis?▼

Yes, this evaluation methodology supports failure triage and root-cause analysis by synthesizing references from the Triage & Improvement Playbook to interpret results and systematically identify underlying agent errors.

When do I need a formal evaluation framework for AI agents?▼

You need a formal evaluation framework for AI agents when planning evals, interpreting non-deterministic results, or operationalizing systems, ensuring structured guidance from Stage 1 Define through Operationalize planning.

What are the limitations of relying on a single methodology for agent evaluation?▼

Relying on a single methodology for agent evaluation can limit failure detection; supplementing primary scenario libraries with red-teaming and tool-call evaluation ensures comprehensive coverage of non-deterministic behaviors.