Developing desktop software begins by selecting an appropriate platform approach: native options for Windows/macOS/Linux, cross-platform tools, and how you distribute the app. An explicit MVP and an early prototype help verify workflows, performance requirements, and the overall user experience on actual devices.

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