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Summary
Adds a new section to the GitHub Apps overview explaining when to use GitHub Apps.

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This change introduces a short “When to use GitHub Apps” section to help readers understand common use cases, such as deep integrations, fine-grained permissions, and security benefits like short-lived tokens. The content aligns with existing guidance and improves clarity for users deciding between GitHub Apps and other integration options.

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Documentation improvement (no functional changes)

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