It is difficult to give advice not knowing the skill level you have.
Basically, you need to divide your project into smaller parts and learn how to solve each part.
Then put it all together in the end.
Something to start with:
* Define your data structure
This will be used both in your database and your c# app.
" Read and write data to and from the database
For SQL commands see
SQL Tutorial[
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DataTable[
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DataAdapter[
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* Image area that can be scrolled and zoomed
In order to show a large map properly you will probably want the user to be able to scroll and zoom.
Using the PictureBox is one option
PictureBox with zooming and scrolling[
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But there are other options too:
Zoom and pan a picture[
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Knowing about GDI+ in general is a good idea
Welcome to the GDI+ FAQ[
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* Draw your data into the image area
You will need to draw your points of interest on the map.
This can be done by creating your own class that inherits from
Control.
How to: Inherit from the Control Class[
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How to: Develop a Simple Windows Forms Control[
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This should give you a start.
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