Building a desktop application begins by selecting an appropriate platform approach: native options for Windows/macOS/Linux, cross‑platform frameworks, and the distribution method. A clearly defined MVP and an early prototype help verify workflows, performance requirements, and the overall user experience on real devices.

As the product evolves, stability, updates, and packaging become essential. Proper management of file systems, permissions, offline operation, and integrations (device APIs, peripherals, enterprise authentication) ensures reliable daily use, while an update system and crash reporting ease ongoing maintenance.