> How can I validate a date entered by user in DD-MM-YY format in Java?

How can I validate a date entered by user in DD-MM-YY format in Java?

Posted at: 2014-12-18 
Here's some code: http://ideone.com/EsrDAD

The only thing missing is a check for Feb 29, if it's a leap year.

absolutely

I want it that the user should enter the date in DD-MM-YY format. Prefer to use 'if-else if- else'. Please help me if there is any possibility of getting it in the desired format in Java.

Thank you so much