Starting with a solid platform strategy is essential for desktop software development: native options (Windows/macOS/Linux), cross‑platform frameworks, and the distribution approach. An clearly defined MVP and an early prototype help confirm workflows, performance expectations, and the overall user experience on real devices.

As the product evolves, stability, updates, and packaging become priorities. Thoughtful management of file systems, permissions, offline functionality, and integrations (device APIs, peripherals, enterprise authentication) keeps the app dependable in day-to-day use, while a robust update system and crash reporting ease long‑term maintenance.