Desktop application development begins with selecting the right platform approach: native (Windows/macOS/Linux), cross-platform frameworks, and the deployment model. A clearly defined MVP and an early prototype help verify workflows, performance requirements, and the overall UX on real hardware.

As the product evolves, stability, updates, and packaging take center stage. Careful management of file systems, permissions, offline mode, and integrations (device APIs, peripherals, enterprise authentication) ensures the app remains dependable in day-to-day use, while an update mechanism and crash analytics simplify long-term maintenance.