Starting with desktop apps means selecting an appropriate platform approach—native for Windows/macOS/Linux, or cross‑platform frameworks—and deciding how you’ll distribute the product. A clear MVP and an early prototype help confirm workflows, performance requirements, and the overall user experience on real hardware.

As the product evolves, reliability, updates, and packaging become essential. Thoughtful management of file systems, access rights, offline capability, and integrations (device APIs, peripherals, enterprise authentication) ensures dependable daily operation, while an update system and crash reporting ease ongoing maintenance.