What is included in the process when Copado merges the feature branch with the org's branch?

When Copado merges the feature branch with the org's branch, a new commit is indeed created with a unique commit ID. This process is vital for maintaining the integrity of the commit history and ensuring that each merge can be tracked. The unique commit ID acts as a reference point for the changes made during this specific merge, making it possible to revert to this state if necessary or to see what changes were introduced by the merge.

Creating a new commit also encapsulates the changes from the feature branch, allowing these updates to be integrated effectively into the main branch used by the organization. This practice helps developers and team members understand the evolution of the code and simplifies future collaboration by clearly logging what alterations occurred during that particular merge event.

Merging does not involve creating backups of the main branch, merging all branches into one, or locking the repository, as these actions pertain to different aspects of version control and branch management.