Gotta second what these guys have said. You may find some interesting information on a google search, but the stuff you have to LEARN can only be done first hand. Kingsnake.com has a fairly active hot community, so you can try posting the same question there...but like Godfather says, most of them are arrogant and elitest. But you just might find someone who understands that your interest in learning is genuine and not coming from someone itching to run out and buy a hot because it's cool.

Check out any local zoos or other small animal displays in your area that may have hots. See if you can talk with the keepers there and find someone that could show you the ropes a bit. (It might take some volunteer efforts on your part, such as offering to clean and do other grunt-work for free. ;-) )