Against Odds Coding
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Against Odds
Our Story
Empowering Youth Through Technology
Against Odds Coding is more than a non-profit; it’s a movement. Founded by Shantell Barge, we’re on a mission to transform lives in the heart of Saint Louis, Missouri.
Who We Are
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501©3 Certified: We’re not just a coding club; we’re a registered non-profit organization. Our commitment to the community drives us forward.
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Tech Enthusiasts: Our passion for technology extends beyond work. We’re here to ignite that same spark in the next generation.
Our Purpose
Revitalizing North Saint Louis
We believe in the power of education to uplift communities. Our focus is on revitalizing North Saint Louis through technology.
Inspiring Curiosity
Whether it's robotics, hackathons, or app development, we're here to inspire and nurture curiosity.
Front-End Web Development
We teach kids how to create beautiful web experiences. From HTML to CSS, they'll learn the building blocks of the digital world.
Join Our Journey
Mentoring and Tutoring
We provide personalized mentoring and tutoring to youth who want to explore the world of Information Technology. We provide personalized mentoring and tutoring to youth who want to explore the world of Information Technology.
Coding for Change
​Together, we're coding for change. Every line of code we write is a step toward a brighter future.
Ready to be part of the tech revolution?
Join us at and let's build a better tomorrow!
Support That Makes a Difference
Need help to achieve your goals in coding?
Against Odds connects interested individuals and parent(s) with qualified and verified coders who have a deep knowledge and understanding of Front End Web Development. As well as help those looking to gain CompTIA Certification. We regularly host workshops and seminars for people who are interested in developing their own web site.
HTML & CSS
Learn basic HTML and CSS
JavaScript
Get an understanding of how Javascript work
GitHub  Netlify  GitBash
Putting it all together to create a web site
CompTIA
Gain the knowledge to pass several CompTIA Eaxm
"Life is easy,
It's all what you make it"