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Write a function that converts the string to a date. Trap exceptions in
the function, have it return to_date(null) or whatever is appropriate
for your ordering purposes whenever to_date fails. Use the function in
your query or, if you are using jdbc and that causes problems, use a view.
Received on Tue Jan 13 2004 - 15:17:42 CST