I'd like to start of saying I apologize if this is not the right place to post this kind of question. Here soon I am wanting to get a snake (I am still debating between a corn snake or ball). I have been doing research on ball pythons because I am heavily considering them.

I see alot of things about the humidity and temperature, including the devices that are needed to manage them.

I would like to provide the best life for my pet but not make the tank situation incredibly complicated. Is there a best way to heat the tank? I know not to use heating rocks as they will burn the snake. I have seen heat pads and heat lamps used I was wondering which one is the best?

Now for humidity. The humidity in the area I live in is not up to the numbers that the snake needs. Will that cause an issue for the snake being outside of the tank? I would like to be able to handle my snake safely. Also, is managing the humidity in the tank as hard as it seems? Apparently putting the water under/over the heat source helps with tank humidity. While I'm at school though I will not be able to mist the tank with a spray bottle, will that be dangerous for the snake? Or will it be okay for the time that I am away?

Again I would like to keep my snake happy and healthy. Thank you in advance for help!