Desktop application development begins by selecting the right platform strategy: native (Windows/macOS/Linux), cross-platform frameworks, and the distribution approach. A clearly defined MVP and an early prototype help confirm workflows, performance requirements, and the overall user experience on real devices.

As the product evolves, reliability, updates, and packaging take center stage. Careful management of file systems, permissions, offline capability, and integrations (device APIs, peripherals, enterprise authentication) keeps the app dependable in daily use, while an update mechanism and crash reporting ease long-term maintenance.