Launching a desktop app begins by selecting an appropriate platform approach—native for Windows/macOS/Linux, or cross‑platform frameworks—and by deciding how it will be distributed. Defining a solid MVP and an early prototype helps validate workflows, performance requirements, and the overall user experience on real hardware.

As the product evolves, maintaining stability, delivering updates, and packaging become essential. Careful management of the file system, permissions, offline support, and integrations (device APIs, peripherals, enterprise authentication) ensures the application remains dependable in daily use, while a robust update mechanism and crash analytics aid long-term maintenance.