Competence means having the knowledge, skills, or abilities to do something well. It is being capable, skilled, or proficient in a certain area or task. Full definition
I think it's true that you can generally expect a higher - level of competence in works that are published by mainstream publishers, but not because the authors themselves are more competent. (ditchwalk.com)
It is safe to say, however, that authoritative parenting works better than most other parenting styles in facilitating the development of social competence in children at home and in the peer group. (cyc-net.org)
Those who have such access, it says, are likely to develop computer competence — particularly if their study of computing at school is reinforced by computer use at home. (edweek.org)