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I need to transpile the following UniBasic code to Java. Please analyze and break down the transpilation process step by step:

[PASTE YOUR UNIBASIC CODE HERE]

For this transpilation:

1. First, identify all key UniBasic elements in the code, including:
   - Program/subroutine structures
   - Variables and their types/scopes
   - File operations
   - String manipulation functions
   - Array handling
   - Control structures (IF/THEN, LOOP, etc.)
   - BASIC-specific functions (like FIELD)
   - Any database or PICK-specific commands

2. Map each UniBasic element to its Java equivalent, explaining:
   - How variable types translate (strings, numerics)
   - How to handle UniBasic's dynamic typing in Java's static typing system
   - Equivalent Java methods for UniBasic functions
   - How to replicate UniBasic's file I/O operations in Java
   - Approaches for handling UniBasic-specific features with no direct Java equivalent

3. Provide a working Java implementation that:
   - Maintains the same business logic and program flow
   - Includes necessary imports and class structures
   - Contains proper error handling
   - Uses appropriate Java conventions and idioms

4. Highlight any challenges or edge cases specific to this code, including:
   - Performance considerations
   - Data type conversion issues
   - Character encoding differences
   - Behavior differences between platforms

Please explain your thought process throughout the transpilation to help me understand the underlying principles for future conversions.