@kohwang76
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I am a backend engineer too, but I only know Ruby. So, I don't think there's anything to be embarrassed about not knowing JS/CSS. That being said, it would never hurt you to learn them.
At any time, I have several ideas for various software projects. But due to time constraints I don't get to finish them. What's your advice? How should we manage our time so that we can finish side projects without hampering professional commitments?
Assuming you are going to build a membership website I suggest the following path : In addition to learning HTML, CSS and JavaScript learn a backend language like NodeJS, Python or Ruby. Learn how to work with databases - Either SQL or NoSQL. But I will recommend learning internals of a NoSQL provider like mongo, couchdb etc. Learn a frontend framework like Foundation or Bootstrap. If you are not into designing it will give you a head start. Wordpress is good, but for serious projects I will suggest building something yourself. Also you will keep full control over your project this way. Learn how to integrate payment processors into your apps. I don't have any experience with vr or gaming, so can't comment on that. Good Luck!