Creating a desktop app begins by selecting an appropriate platform strategy: native (Windows/macOS/Linux), cross‑platform frameworks, and the distribution approach. A clearly scoped MVP and an initial prototype aid in verifying workflows, performance requirements, and the overall UX on real devices.

As the product evolves, stability, updates, and packaging take center stage. Thoughtful handling of file systems, permissions, offline capability, and integrations (device APIs, peripherals, enterprise authentication) ensures reliability in daily use, while an update system and crash reporting ease ongoing maintenance.