Building a desktop app begins by selecting an appropriate platform strategy: native across Windows/macOS/Linux, cross-platform options, and how you’ll distribute it. A clearly outlined MVP and an initial prototype help verify workflows, performance requirements, and the overall user experience on real devices.

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