Building desktop software begins by selecting an appropriate platform approach: native for Windows/macOS/Linux, cross-platform options, and the chosen distribution method. A clearly defined MVP and an early prototype aid in confirming workflows, performance requirements, and the overall user experience on real hardware.

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