What happens if a feature branch exists and there is a difference in metadata during the commit process?

When a feature branch exists and there is a difference in metadata during the commit process, the new version will be added to the feature branch. This behavior is designed to allow developers to build on previous work without losing existing implementations. Essentially, it enables the version control system to integrate changes effectively, maintaining a history of updates.

In version control systems, particularly when using a feature branching strategy, changes made in different commits or by different team members are merged together, ensuring that all relevant modifications are captured. This allows for a more collaborative and iterative coding workflow, where new features and updates can coexist within the same branch.

The rationale behind this is to preserve the integrity of the feature branch by adding new changes rather than removing or discarding existing ones. Hence, the approach taken by the system encourages continual development and refinement of features without disruption to the workflow or loss of prior progress.