Burmese pythons are MUCH different than most other commonly kept captive species. They require special caging, feeding regimens, handling techniques and commitments. While the general husbandry may not be much different than say a boa constrictor, I've listed a few links here that will help out the novice Burmese keeper or inform the prospective buyer:

Before You Buy a Burmese Python
Basic Herpetology
Staying safe with your Burmese Python!
Melissa Kaplan's Advice
MK's Keeping Large Pythons, Realities and Responsibilities

 

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Try to search the forums, it may have been discussed already.

Other general husbandry references on the web:
Kingsnake.org