To be extra clear, i do not currently own a chameleon.

I have owned leopard geckos, bearded dragons, and a tortoise, so i am not completely new to reptiles, but I am aware that i am by no means a professional. My questions are: are they truly as difficult as people make them seem? I would also love to know what truly goes into their care the good and bad. I would also like to know if there is a lizard that is like a stepping stone to chameleons? Thank you in advance for any and all answers!