there was a time when most people couldn't write, and so you could have a well-paid job just if you're able to write. there was literally a job called a "scribe

there was a time when most people couldn't write, and so you could have a well-paid job just if you're able to write. there was literally a job called a "scribe" where the only requirement was being able to write. it just never stops. you learn some economically valuable skill, like writing, coding, and then some asshole teaches it to everyone and the skill becomes worthless.