Building desktop software begins by selecting an appropriate platform approach: native for Windows/macOS/Linux, cross‑platform options, and how you’ll distribute it. A clearly scoped MVP and an early prototype verify workflows, performance requirements, and the general user experience on actual hardware.

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