What are the best lesser known beginner snakes?

[Praireboyfarmer]

I'm soon going to be getting a Ball Python. A larger bodied slow snake. But I've always read pages on the issues that these snakes commonly run into. So it got me thinking about possibly going for another snake type that's a bit hardier.

But are there other snakes similar to the Ball Python that are suited for beginners? All the snakes I've seen either are: too large for my taste and/or are said to have an agressive streak in them. So what are your favorite underrated snakes?

Just any tips would be nice. Oh, and as I learn more about snakes expect to see more of me on here!

Thanks.