Creating a desktop app begins with selecting an appropriate platform approach: native across Windows/macOS/Linux, cross-platform frameworks, and how you distribute it. Defining a solid MVP and an early prototype assists in confirming workflows, performance requirements, and the overall user experience on real devices.

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