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.