Creating a desktop application begins by selecting an appropriate platform approach: native options for Windows/macOS/Linux, cross-platform tools, and the delivery method. A clearly described MVP and an early prototype assist in confirming workflows, performance requirements, and the overall user experience on real devices.

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