I have found that a lot of the skills to do with writing effectively, professionally and reliably also apply to writing (and maintaining) software. It's not to

I have found that a lot of the skills to do with writing effectively, professionally and reliably also apply to writing (and maintaining) software. It's not to say they're the same discipline, but they're closer than - say - electronics engineering. But then a lot of disciplines are also assisted by having more writing skills as well.