Converting Plug-in Lamp To Hardwire I Want To Convert A Plug-in Pendant Lamp To A Hardwire. Is This Feasible And Can I Do It Without A Chain?

I want to convert a plug-in pendant lamp to a hardwire. Is this feasible and can I do it without a chain? - converting plug-in lamp to hardwire

I saw discussion on the Internet, where people say it is a piece of cake, without blinking. Then I saw the talks say that's stupid, and borderline dangerous. I even have a man in a lighting store looked as if he tried the impossible. What is the problem? Is this not a simple procedure?