Building desktop software begins by selecting an appropriate platform approach: native across Windows/macOS/Linux, cross-platform tools, and how you plan to distribute. A clear MVP and an initial prototype help confirm workflows, performance requirements, and the overall user experience on actual hardware.

As the product evolves, reliability, updates, and packaging take center stage. Thoughtful management of file systems, permissions, offline capability, and integrations (device APIs, peripherals, enterprise authentication) ensures the app remains dependable in everyday use, while an update system and crash reporting ease ongoing maintenance.