Building desktop software begins by selecting an appropriate platform approach: native across Windows/macOS/Linux, cross-platform tools, and the distribution method. A clearly outlined MVP and an initial prototype assist in confirming workflows, performance requirements, and the overall user experience on actual hardware.

As the product evolves, reliability, updates, and packaging take center stage. Meticulous management of file systems, permissions, offline capability, and integrations (device APIs, peripherals, enterprise authentication) ensures dependable day-to-day operation, while an update system and crash analytics ease ongoing maintenance.